What Happened on March 31, 1955

Historical Events

  • Merger of Chase National Bank (3rd largest bank) and Bank of the Manhattan Company (15th largest bank) forms Chase Manhattan
  • West Indies cricket all-rounder Collie Smith scores 104 in his Test debut in a 9 wicket 1st Test defeat to Australia in Kingston, Jamaica

Famous Birthdays

Angus Young (69 years old)

Scottish rock guitarist (AC/DC - "Highway to Hell"), born in Glasgow, Scotland

  • Robert Vance, New Zealand cricket wicket-keeper (4 Tests @ 29.57), born in Wellington, NZ

About March 31, 1955

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 69 years, 1 month and 2 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Give Me Your Word - Tennessee Ernie Ford