Historical Events
Nasser's Pledge
Egyptian President Nasser pledges to reconquer Palestine
Famous Birthdays
- Ivan Safronov, Russian journalist, born in Moscow, Russia (d. 2007)
- Jennifer Dale, Canadian actress, born in Toronto, Canada
- Martin Jol, Dutch football manager, born in The Hague, Netherlands
- Saadeddine Othmani, Moroccan politician and Prime Minister of Morocco (2017-present), born in Inezgane, Morocco
- Wayne Daniel, West Indies cricketer (WI fast bowler 1976-84), born in Saint Philip, Barbados
About January 16, 1956
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 68 years, 3 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Sixteen Tons - Tennessee Ernie Ford
