What happened today in 1956?

About April 22nd, 1956, in brief:

  • Historical events: The prestigious 1956 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship commenced with the quarter-finals of the Leinster Senior Hurling Championship, marking an important moment in Irish sporting history and traditional Gaelic athletic competition.
  • Day of the week: April 22nd, 1956 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • #1 UK song: The Poor People Of Paris by Winifred Atwell
  • Popular movie: The Creature Walks Among Us directed by John Sherwood

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