Historical Events
- KTVC TV channel 6 in Ensign, KS (CBS) begins broadcasting
- US performs nuclear Test at Nevada Test Site
Famous Birthdays
- Pam Tillis, American country singer (Melancholy Child), born in Plant City, Florida
- Robbie Grey, English rock singer (Modern English - "I Melt With You")
- Walter "Wattie" Buchan, Scottish punk rock singer (The Exploited), born in Edinburgh, Scotland
Famous Deaths
- Sacha Guitry, French actor and playwright (Deburan, The Story of a Cheat), dies at 72
Died in 1957 1957 Highlights
About July 24, 1957
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 9 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: All Shook Up - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires
