Famous Birthdays
- Gillian Taylforth, British actress (EastEnders, 1985-2000, 2015-present - "Kathy Beale"; Footballers' Wives (2002–2006), born in Islington, London, England
Famous Deaths
- Fiske Kimball, American architect and art historian, dies at 66
- Herbert Putnam, American Librarian of Congress, dies at 93
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights
About August 14, 1955
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 8 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Rose Marie - Slim Whitman
