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Monday April 11, 1955: on this day
April 11, 1955 was the 101st day of the year 1955, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Monday.
Is April 11, 1955 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 11, 1955, who was born and died on April 11, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 11, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Ballad Of Davy Crockett by Bill Hayes), movies (e.g. The Prisoner, directed by Peter Glenville), TV series (e.g. Science Fiction Theatre) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 11th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 11, 1955?
- April 11, 1955: What happened on that day?
- April 11, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 11, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 11, 1955?
- April 11, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 11, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
- April 11, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 11, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
- April 11, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 11, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 11, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 11, 1955?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 11, 1955?
- Who was the Pope on April 11, 1955?
What day of the week was April 11, 1955?
April 11, 1955 was a Monday and it was the 101st day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 11, 1955 can also be written as 4/11/1955 in the US and as 11/4/1955 in UK and Europe.
April 11, 1955: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 11, 1955:
- The air india kashmir princess is bombed and crashes in a failed assassination attempt on zhou enlai by the kuomintang.
- The taiwanese kuomintang put a time-bomb on the airplane ''kashmir princess'', killing 16 but failing to assassinate the people's republic of china leader, zhou enlai.
April 11, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 11th is Aries.
Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 11, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 11, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.
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Birth chart on this day
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April 11, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 11, 1955 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 11, 1955 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on April 11, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 76% full, rising at 10:10 pm and setting at 08:22 am.
The previous full moon was on Apr 07, 1955 while the next full moon would come on May 06, 1955.
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Who was born on April 11, 1955?
Famous people born on April 11, 1955:
- Arvada Young
Known for her work in promoting civil rights and equality.
- Dareld Alban
Long-serving congressman recognized for his work on healthcare reform.
- Micheal Ray Richardson
American basketball player.
- Michele Scarabelli
Actress (jo santini airwolf, alienation dallas).
- Gaylin Wallace
Renowned for her poignant and evocative poetry.
- Kevin Brady
American politician and lawyer.
- Michael Callen
American activist and singer (the flirtations), (d. 1993).
- Neville Staple
Jamaican-english singer/songwriter (the specials, fun boy three, and special beat).
- Lesley Garrett
Musician.
- Piers J Sellers
Sussex, england -- phd/astronaut.
- Ednita Nazario
- Michel de Lamotte
Whose famous birthday is on April 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 11th:
![Jeremy Clarkson]()
Jeremy ClarksonJeremy clarkson is a british journalist known for co-presenting the popular tv show top gear.
![Vincent Gallo]()
Vincent GalloAmerican actor, director, and musician, known for his controversial and avant-garde work.
![Lisa Stansfield]()
Lisa StansfieldBlue zone is an english singer-songwriter/actress.
![Joel Grey]()
Joel GreyAmerican actor, comedian, and dancer.
![Natacha Régnier]()
Natacha RégnierBelgian actress.
![Bill Irwin]()
Bill IrwinAmerican actor, choreographer, clown and mime, who combined his talents in creating characters for comedy skits.
![Kelli Garner]()
Kelli GarnerAmerican actress.
![Morgan Lily]()
Morgan LilyAmerican actress.
![David Banner]()
David BannerDavid banner is a rapper known for his hit single 'like a pimp' and for his activism in social and political issues.
![AJ Michalka]()
AJ MichalkaAj michalka is a musician known for her work as one half of the musical duo aly & aj.
April 11, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 69 years and 8 days old,
or 828 months and 8 days old,
or 3601 weeks and 4 days old,
or 25211 days old,
if you were born on April 11, 1955.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 11, 1955?
There are 357 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 11th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 11, 1955?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 11, 1955.
April 11, 1955: What famous people died on that day?
What famous deaths happened on April 11th?
Famous deaths on April 11th:
![Jonathan Winters]()
Jonathan WintersAmerican comedian and master of mimicry.
![Harry Secombe]()
Harry SecombeBritish entertainer, known as the "nicest man in british showbiz.
![Cathy O'Donnell]()
Cathy O'DonnellAmerican actress (born in 1923).
![Kent Taylor]()
Kent TaylorActor (boston blackie rough riders), died at 79.
- Kurt Vonnegut
Kurt Vonnegut was an American novelist, essayist, and playwright known for his satirical literary style and his anti-war views.
- Maurice Hilleman
Maurice Hilleman was an American microbiologist who developed over 40 vaccines, including those for measles, mumps, hepatitis A, hepatitis...
- Kypton Vonnegut
Kypton Vonnegut was a renowned American novelist and short story writer, celebrated for his satirical and darkly humorous works.
- Llewelyn Llywelyn
Medieval Welsh prince who was the last sovereign prince of Wales before its conquest by Edward I of England.
- Hiliary Koprowski
Renowned virologist known for his work on developing the first successful live polio vaccine.
- Novi Levi
Novi Levi was an Italian essayist and Holocaust survivor whose writings examined the human experience and moral dilemmas.
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April 11, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 11, 1955:
- Juan Santamarfa Day, anniversary of his death in the Battle of Rivas (State holiday in Costa Rica).
- The Feast Day of Martyr Antipas in the Greek Orthodox Church.
Saints celebrated on April 11, 1955:
- Saint Stanislas
- Saint Godeberta
- Saint Gemma of Lucca
- Saint Danidl of Grimbergen
April 11, 1955: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 11, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 11th and April 17th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 11, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 11, 1955 was The Ballad Of Davy Crockett by Bill Hayes, according to the music chart for the week April 11th and April 17th.
April 11, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 11, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 11th and April 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
- Fess Parker - Ballad Of Davy Crockett
- Four Aces - Melody Of Love
April 11, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 11, 1955 was Give Me Your Word by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week April 11th and April 17th.
April 11, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 11, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 11th and April 17th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Tennessee Ernie Ford - Give Me Your Word
- Perez 'Prez' Prado & His Orchestra - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
- Ruby Murray - Softly Softly
- Ruby Murray With Anne Warren - If Anyone Finds This I Love You
- Eddie Fisher - (I'm Always Hearing) Wedding Bells
April 11, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 11, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Prisoner
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Peter Glenville
Starring: Alec Guinness, Jack Hawkins, Wilfrid Lawson, Kenneth Griffith
Violent Saturday
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Richard Fleischer
Starring: Victor Mature, Richard Egan, Stephen McNally, Virginia Leith
Interrupted Melody
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Curtis Bernhardt
Starring: Glenn Ford, Eleanor Parker, Roger Moore, Cecil Kellaway
Run for Cover
Release year: 1955
Directed by: Nicholas Ray
Starring: James Cagney, Viveca Lindfors, John Derek, Jean Hersholt
The Eternal Sea
Release year: 1955
Directed by: John H. Auer
Starring: Sterling Hayden, Alexis Smith, Ben Cooper, Dean Jagger
April 11, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 11, 1955 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Science Fiction Theatre
Release year: 1955
Directed by: n/a
Starring: Truman Bradley
Country: United States of America
Swiebertje
Release year: 1955
Mr. Citizen
Release year: 1955
April 11, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 11, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
My Several Worlds
By: Pearl S. Buck
This is Pearl S. Buck's extraordinary, eventful and personal story. She was the first American woman to win Nobel Prize for Literature.
A Train Of Powder
By: Rebecca West
A Train of Powder, like most of Rebecca West's reporting, is great literature. These accounts of four controversial trials, written between 1946 and 1954 explore the nature and consequences of crime.
Gertrude Lawrence As Mrs. A.
By: Richard Stoddard Aldrich
Gertrude Lawrence as Mrs. Q by Richard Stoddard Aldrich Greystone 1954, LCCC# 54-119770. 414 pages. NF/VG.
The Good Shepherd
By: C.S. Forester
After reading The Good Shepherd, John P. Marquand wrote that C. S. Forester was the First Admiral of the seven seas fiction.
Gift From The Sea
By: Anne Morrow Lindbergh
This beloved classic, graceful, lucid, and lyrical by Anne Morrow Lindbergh, shares her reflections on youth, age, love, marriage, peace, solitude, and contentment. She set them down during a workshop.
Who was the US President on April 11, 1955?
On April 11, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 11, 1955?
On April 11, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 11, 1955?
On April 11, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about April 11th?
April 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of April. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on April 11th, such as:
- 2019 - The sudanese army surrounds the capital khartoum's presidential palace and takes control of state media buildings. this is amid protests against president omar al-bashir. a number of senior ministers, including abdel rahim mohammed hussein, were reportedly detained.
- 2018 - Yemeni crisis (2011-present: royal saudi air defense intercepts an ballistic missile from yemen that was fired over riyadh, saudi arabia. this caused panic among residents. houthis claim they launched several burkan-2 missiles against targets in saudi arabia including oil facilities owned by saudi aramco. two qasef-1 drones operated by houthis were also shot down by saudi air defenses close to the border.
- 2017 - Russian military intervention in syria, syrian civil war: according to russia's defence ministry, two soldiers were killed in a mortar attack in syria. another soldier was injured. the ministry didn't specify the date or location of the attack. (radio free europe/radio liberty). 18 members of syria's democratic forces were mistakenly killed by an airstrike led by the us in an attempt to kill isis soldiers.
What happened in 1955?
1955 was filled with very interesting events such as
- WBBJ TV channel 7 in Jackson, TN (ABC) begins broadcasting
- Catch a Star opens at Plymouth Theater NYC for 23 performances
- J van Tilburg appointed Governor of Suriname
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What was the calendar for April 1955?
April 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
