Historical Events
- SR-N1 hovercraft crosses the English Channel from Calais to Dover in just over 2 hours.
Famous Deaths
- Isaac Halevi Herzog, chief rabbi of Israel (1936-59), dies at 71
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About July 25, 1959
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 9 months and 8 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Lonely Boy - Paul Anka
- #1 Song: Living Doll - Cliff Richard & The Shadows