What Happened on November 2, 1955

Historical Events

Event of Interest

David Ben-Gurion forms Israeli government

Famous Birthdays

  • Chris Burnett, American musician and composer, born in Olathe, Kansas
  • Frank Gilligan, American singer (Mason Dixon - "Karen Comes Around"), born in Queens, New York
  • Mark Reynolds, American yachtsman who won Olympic gold, Star class 1992, 2000, born in San Diego, California

About November 2, 1955

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 68 years and 6 months
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: The Man From Laramie - Jimmy Young