What Happened on November 21, 1955

Historical Events

Peron Return Request

Argentina asks Panama for return of ex-president Juan Peron

  • KTVO TV channel 3 in Ottumwa-Kirksville, IA (ABC) begins broadcasting

Famous Birthdays

  • Cedric Maxwell, American basketball small forward (NBA C'ship 1981 [MVP], 84 Boston Celtics; LA Clippers, Houston Rockets), born in Kinston, North Carolina
  • Jacob Desvarieux, French zouk singer, and guitarist (Kassav'), born in Paris, France (d. 2021)

About November 21, 1955

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 5 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley & His Comets