Historical Events
- Recording Industry Association of American created
- RIAA certifies 1st gold record - Perry Como's single "Catch A Falling Star"
- South Africa's government prohibits the African National Congress
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
- USSR performs atmospheric nuclear test
Famous Birthdays
- Albert II, Prince of Monaco (bobsledder at 1988 Olympics), born in Monaco
Danny Meyer (66 years old)
American businessman and restaurateur (Shake Shack, Union Square Cafe), born in St. Louis, Missouri
- Zbigniew Karkowski, Polish composer and experimental musician (Sensorband), born in Kraków, Poland (d. 2013)
Famous Deaths
- Eugeen Van de Velde, Flemish musicologist and composer (In Tempore Belli), dies at 64
Died in 1958 1958 Highlights
About March 14, 1958
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 66 years, 1 month and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Magic Moments - Perry Como
