What Happened on February 1, 1955

Historical Events

  • H. C. Hansen appointed premier of Denmark
  • Hap Day becomes the first man to serve as Toronto Maple Leafs' captain, coach and general manager when he is appointed to run the famous Canadian NHL club

Famous Birthdays

  • Kate Ashbrook, British general secretary of the Open Spaces Society
  • Virginia Leng, British equestrian rider (World C'ship individual 1986; Olympic silver x 2, bronze x 2 1984, 88), born in Malta

About February 1, 1955

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 2 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Mambo Italiano - Rosemary Clooney with The Mellomen