Historical Events
- Photography exhibition "The Family of Man" curated by Edward Steichen opens at MOMA, New York, "greatest photographic enterprise ever undertaken"
Famous Birthdays
- James Montgomery, American swimmer (1976 Olympics 3 golds), born in Madison, Wisconsin
Famous Deaths
- Ira Hayes, American World War II hero (b. 1923)
Died in 1955 1955 Highlights
About January 24, 1955
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 3 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Finger Of Suspicion - Dickie Valentine with The Stargazers
