What Happened on March 5, 1957

Historical Events

Election of Interest

Eamon de Valera's Fianna Fail-party wins election in Ireland

  • Sgt Bilko satirizes Elvis Presley (Elvis Pelvin)

Famous Birthdays

  • Mark E. Smith, British rock vocalist (The Fall; The Post - "Nearly Man"), born in Broughton, Lancashire, England (d. 2018)
  • Tim Holden, American politician (Rep-D-Pennsylvania 1993-2013), born in St. Clair, Pennsylvania

About March 5, 1957

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 67 years, 2 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • UK #1 Song: Young Love - Tab Hunter