Historical Events
- 1st microgravity research begins
- Tengku Abdul Rahman forms Malacca government
- WILL TV channel 12 in Urbana-Champaign, Illinois (PBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Arun Lal, Indian cricketer (Indian batsman mid-80's), born in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh
- Pierre Robert, American rock and roll radio DJ (same station in Philadelphia since 1981), and Deadhead, born in Truckee, California
About August 1, 1955
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 8 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rose Marie - Slim Whitman
