Wednesday May 11, 1955: on this day

May 11, 1955 was the 131st day of the year 1955, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 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 May 11, 1955, who was born and died on May 11, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 11, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra), movies (e.g. The Dam Busters, directed by Michael Anderson), TV series (e.g. Off The Record) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 11th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 11, 1955?


May 11, 1955 was a Wednesday and it was the 131st day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 11, 1955 can also be written as 5/11/1955 in the US and as 11/5/1955 in UK and Europe.

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May 11, 1955: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 11, 1955:

  • Israel attacks gaza.
  • Japanese national railways' ferry ''shiun maru'' sinks after collision with sister ship ''uko maru'' in thick fog off takamatsu, shikoku, in the seto inland sea of japan 166 passengers (many children) and two crew are killed. this event is influential in plans to construct the akashi-kaikyō bridge (built 1986-98).

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May 11, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 11th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 11, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 11, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

Discover the Goat personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on May 11th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 11, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 11, 1955 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 11, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 73% full, rising at 11:31 pm and setting at 10:03 am.

The previous full moon was on May 06, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Jun 05, 1955.

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Who was born on May 11, 1955?


Famous people born on May 11, 1955:

  • Mark Herndon

    American musician.

  • Nicole Guedj

    French politician and lawyer who served as secretary of state under the government of raffarin ii.

  • John DeStefano Jr.

    American politician, 49th mayor of new haven.

  • Mark Herndon in Springfield

    Massachusetts, usa; drummer.

  • Jos Haagmans

    Dutch singer (frank boeijen group).

  • Pierre-Christophe Baguet
  • Giovanni Gronchi
  • María Sorté

Whose famous birthday is on May 11th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 11th:

  • Cory Monteith
    Cory Monteith

    Cory monteith was a canadian actor best known for his role as finn hudson on the television series glee.

  • Fred Astaire
    Fred Astaire

    Fred astaire was an american actor, dancer, and singer known for his elegant and graceful dancing in numerous hollywood musicals.

  • Natasha Richardson
    Natasha Richardson

    British actress, well-known for her performances in the theatre.

  • Laetitia Casta
    Laetitia Casta

    French corsican actress and model, found by a photographer on corsican beaches.

  • Benoît Magimel
    Benoît Magimel

    He is a french actor who started his career at the age of 14 in the film "life is a long, quiet river", directed by etienne chatillez.

  • Richard Feynman
    Richard Feynman

    American theoretical physicist, known for his contributions to the path integral formulation and quantum mechanics, the theory, and physics...

  • Holly Valance
    Holly Valance

    Holly valance is an australian pop singer and actress known for her hit single 'kiss kiss' and her role as felicity 'flick' scully on the...

  • Jeffrey Donovan
    Jeffrey Donovan

    American stage, film, and television actor.

  • Doug McClure
    Doug McClure

    American actor.

  • Jonathan Jackson
    Jonathan Jackson

    Instigator of the marin county civic center shootout, brother to black panther george jackson (born 1953).

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May 11, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years 10 months old,

or 826 months and 18 days old,

or 3594 weeks and 2 days old,

or 25160 days old,

if you were born on May 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 May 11, 1955?

There are 43 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 11th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 11, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 11, 1955.

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May 11, 1955: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 11, 1955:

  • Ewin Schröter

    Contributed to the study of solar activity and sunspots.

  • Gilbert Jessop

    English soldier and cricketer (d. 1955).

What famous deaths happened on May 11th?

Famous deaths on May 11th:

  • Peggy Lipton
    Peggy Lipton

    American actress.

  • Lex Barker
    Lex Barker

    American actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.

  • Jerry Stiller
    Jerry Stiller

    American actor, comedian and producer (d. 2020).

  • Jorja Curtright
    Jorja Curtright

    Actor, whistle stop, dies from a heart attack.

  • Jean Adair
    Jean Adair

    Dies at 80.

  • Alver Aalto

    Famous architect known for his innovative designs.

  • Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe

    Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe was the first President of Nigeria and a prominent figure in the country's independence movement.

  • Oiva Aalto

    Renowned Finnish architect known for his modernist designs.

  • Ceferino Namuncurá

    Argentinian religious leader and candidate for sainthood.

  • Milcah Mitchell

    Renowned botanist who specialized in plant genetics.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 11th

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May 11, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 11, 1955:

  • Holiday of the City of Miskolc (since 1992).
  • Blessed John Rochester
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saint Mamertus, first of the Ice Saints
  • Roman Empire - Feast of the Lemures (See Larvae).

Saints celebrated on May 11, 1955:

  • Saint Francis of Girolamo
  • Saint Estella
  • Saint Odilo of Cluny
  • Saint Majolus of Cluny
  • Saint James Walworth
  • Saint Bertilla
  • Saint Gengou Gangulphus
  • Saint Gauthier of Esterp
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May 11, 1955: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 11, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 9th and May 15th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 11, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 11, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 11, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 11, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 9th and May 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Unchained Melody
  2. - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
  3. - Ballad Of Davy Crockett
  4. - Melody Of Love

May 11, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 11, 1955 was Stranger In Paradise by Tony Bennett, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 11, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 11, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 9th and May 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Stranger In Paradise
  2. - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
  3. - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
  4. - Earth Angel
  5. - Give Me Your Word

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May 11, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 11, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Dam Busters

The Dam Busters

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Michael Anderson

Starring: Richard Todd, Michael Redgrave, Ursula Jeans, Basil Sydney

Country: United States of America

Kiss Me Deadly

Kiss Me Deadly

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Robert Aldrich

Starring: Ralph Meeker, Albert Dekker, Paul Stewart, Juano Hernandez

Country: United States of America

Bride of the Monster

Bride of the Monster

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Edward D. Wood Jr.

Starring: Bela Lugosi, Tor Johnson, Tony McCoy, Loretta King

Country: United States of America

Santa Fe Passage

Santa Fe Passage

Release year: 1955

Directed by: William Witney

Starring: John Payne, Faith Domergue, Rod Cameron, Slim Pickens

Daddy Long Legs

Daddy Long Legs

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Jean Negulesco

Starring: Fred Astaire, Leslie Caron, Terry Moore, Thelma Ritter

Country: United States of America

May 11, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 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:

Off the Record

Off the Record

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Alberto Triana

Science Fiction Theatre

Science Fiction Theatre

Release year: 1955

Directed by: n/a

Starring: Truman Bradley

Country: United States of America

The Ted Ray Show

The Ted Ray Show

Release year: 1955

Die flimmernde Leinwand

Die flimmernde Leinwand

Release year: 1955

May 11, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 11, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The View From Pompey'S Head by Hamilton Basso

The View From Pompey'S Head

By:

Sweet, peaceful -- beautiful old Pompey's Head in South Carolina. Anson Page thought that he would end his life without it. After fifteen years as a Manhattan lawyer for a large publishing company, he returns to his hometown to solve …

The Tumult And The Shouting by Grantland Rice

The Tumult And The Shouting

By:

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How To Live 365 Days A Year by John A. Schindler

How To Live 365 Days A Year

By:

How to Live 365 days a Year is a classic self-help book that has sold over 1 million copies. It has been translated into 13 different languages.

Love Is Eternal by Irving Stone

Love Is Eternal

By:

A young, politically-minded woman and an awkward lawyer married and became President and First Lady.

The Good Shepherd by C.S. Forester

The Good Shepherd

By:

After reading The Good Shepherd, John P. Marquand wrote that C. S. Forester was the First Admiral of the seven seas fiction.

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Who was the US President on May 11, 1955?

On May 11, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 11, 1955?

On May 11, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 11, 1955?

On May 11, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about May 11th?

May 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of May. 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 May 11th, such as:

  • 2019 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). houthi forces begin to pull out of several yemeni ports including al hudaydah and as-salif. this withdrawal is part of an un-brokered ceasefire agreement that aims at ending the yemeni blockade.
  • 2018 - After six weeks of protests, the israel defense forces open fire again with tear gas and live bullets on palestinian protestors. one person has been killed, and 146 more are injured. some protestors also throw stones and burn tires.
  • 2017 - Battle of mosul: lt gen othman al-ghanmi (iraqi army chief of staff) states that his security forces are just days away from completing operation recapture mosul from isil.

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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 May 1955?

May 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.

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