What Happened on August 5, 1958

Historical Events

  • Philip Kapleau, Zen teacher, 1st awakening under Yasutani Roshi

Famous Deaths

  • Joseph Holbrooke, English pianist, conductor and composer (3 Blind Mice), dies at 80
1958 Highlights

About August 5, 1958

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 7 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Poor Little Fool - Ricky Nelson
  • UK #1 Song: All I Have To Do Is Dream/Claudette - Everly Brothers