What happened on Tuesday May 17, 1955?

Here's what happened on May 17, 1955:

• Resignation of Dutch Government Under Drees The Dutch government led by Prime Minister Willem Drees resigned on this date, signaling a potential shift in the Netherlands' political landscape. Drees was a prominent post-World War II political figure known for his social democratic policies.
• Tragic End of Cricket Player Leslie Hylton Leslie Hylton, a prominent West Indies cricket player known for his fast bowling in the late 1930s, was executed by hanging after being convicted of murder. This event marked a dark chapter in Caribbean sports history, highlighting the severe legal consequences of a criminal act.
• Death of Australian Test Cricket Player Alan Fairfax Alan Fairfax, a notable Australian cricket player who represented his country in 10 Test matches between 1928 and 1931, passed away on this date. Fairfax was part of the early generation of Australian cricketers who helped establish the nation's reputation in international cricket.

Events in 1955

May 17, 1955: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 17, 1955

Newspapers from May. 17, 1955

May 17, 1955 was a Tuesday and it was the 137th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 17, 1955 can also be written as 5/17/1955 in the US and as 17/5/1955 in UK and Europe.

May 17, 1955 in May 1955 calendar

Famous people born on May 17, 1955:

• Bill Paxton

  Renowned American actor and filmmaker known for roles in 'Titanic', 'Aliens', and 'Twister', who directed and starred in numerous films...

• Olga Korbut

  Legendary Soviet gymnast who revolutionized the sport during the 1972 Munich Olympics, winning multiple gold medals and transforming...

• Debra Winger

  Acclaimed American actress known for Oscar-nominated performances in 'An Officer and a Gentleman' and 'Terms of Endearment'.

• Edgar Bronfman, Jr.

  Prominent businessman who served as CEO of Warner Music Group and comes from the influential Bronfman family of business leaders.

• Francesco Nuti

  Prominent Italian film director, actor, and comedian known for his comedic roles in Italian cinema during the 1980s and 1990s.

• Pasquale Galasso
• Vasco Errani

Famous people born in 1955

Famous people born on May 17th

Famous people died on May 17, 1955:

• Francesco Balilla Pratella

Famous people who died in 1955

Famous people who died on May 17th

May 17, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Les Baxter & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Unchained Melody
2. Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
3. Fess Parker - Ballad Of Davy Crockett
4. Frank Sinatra - Learnin' The Blues

May 17, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 1955 was Stranger In Paradise by Tony Bennett, according to the music chart for the week May 16th and May 22nd.

1. Tony Bennett - Stranger In Paradise
2. Eddie Calvert - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
3. Perez 'Prez' Prado & His Orchestra - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
4. The Crew Cuts - Earth Angel
5. Tennessee Ernie Ford - Give Me Your Word

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th is Taurus.

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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 17, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 17, 1955 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 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 17, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 13% full, rising at 02:37 am and setting at 04:36 pm.

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

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Your place in the Universe on May 17, 1955

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Someone born on May 17, 1955 is:

69 years 11 months old,

or 839 months and 27 days old,

or 3652 weeks and 1 day old,

or 25565 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 17, 1955?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 17, 1955.

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