What happened on Monday May 30, 1955?

Here's what happened on May 30, 1955:

• Tunisia Achieves Domestic Self-Governance Tunisia took a significant step towards independence by establishing domestic self-governance, marking a crucial period in the country's journey towards full sovereignty and breaking away from French colonial rule.
• Bill Vukovich Fatal Crash at Indianapolis 500 Renowned auto racer Bill Vukovich tragically died during the Indianapolis 500 race. A two-time Indy 500 winner, Vukovich was considered one of the most talented drivers of his era, known for his exceptional skill and competitive spirit.
• New Government Formation in Jordan Said el-Mufti formed a new government in Jordan, reflecting the political dynamics and leadership transitions in the Middle East during the mid-1950s.
• Jake 'the Snake' Roberts Birth Professional wrestler Jake 'the Snake' Roberts was born in Houston, Texas. He would later become a legendary and influential figure in professional wrestling, known for his unique psychological wrestling style and memorable character.
• KMVT Television Begins Broadcasting KMVT Channel 11, a television station located in Twin Falls, Idaho, commenced broadcasting, serving multiple network affiliations including CBS, NBC, and ABC. This marked an important moment in regional media expansion during the mid-1950s.
• HMS Northumbria Maritime Incident The UK minesweeper HMS Northumbria, part of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve, was involved in a collision with the Cypriot ship MV Cyprian Prince near Newcastle upon Tyne. The Cyprian Prince successfully towed the damaged vessel to safety.
• Harfry and Firmity Collision Two British ships, the collier Harfry and MV Firmity, collided off the coast of Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. Both vessels sustained damage, with Harfry being beached at Hemsby and Firmity proceeding to Great Yarmouth.

Events in 1955

May 30, 1955: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 30, 1955

Newspapers from May. 30, 1955

May 30, 1955 was a Monday and it was the 150th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 30, 1955 can also be written as 5/30/1955 in the US and as 30/5/1955 in UK and Europe.

May 30, 1955 in May 1955 calendar

Famous people born on May 30, 1955:

• Jake Roberts

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• Pierre Botton

  French entrepreneur who built and subsequently lost a business empire, known for his connections with politicians and involvement in...

• Topper Headon

  English musician and drummer best known as a member of the iconic punk rock band The Clash, contributing to their groundbreaking musical...

• Brian Kobilka
• Colm Tóibín

Famous people born in 1955

Famous people born on May 30th

Famous people died on May 30, 1955:

• Bill Vukovich

  American race car driver (b. 1918).

• Tullio Marchetti

Famous people who died in 1955

Famous people who died on May 30th

May 30, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 30, 1955 was Something's Gotta Give by The McGuire Sisters, according to the music chart for the week May 30th and June 5th.

1. The McGuire Sisters - Something's Gotta Give
2. Gisele MacKenzie - Hard To Get
3. Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Unchained Melody
4. Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
5. Frank Sinatra - Learnin' The Blues

May 30, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 30, 1955 was Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White by Eddie Calvert, according to the music chart for the week May 30th and June 5th.

1. Eddie Calvert - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
2. Jimmy Young - Unchained Melody
3. Al Hibbler - Unchained Melody
4. Perez 'Prez' Prado & His Orchestra - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
5. The Crew Cuts - Earth Angel

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 30th is Gemini.

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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 30, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 30, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 30, 1955 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 30, 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 30, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 76% full, rising at 02:57 pm and setting at 02:23 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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Your place in the Universe on May 30, 1955

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Someone born on May 30, 1955 is:

69 years 11 months old,

or 839 months and 14 days old,

or 3650 weeks and 2 days old,

or 25552 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 30, 1955?

There are 16 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 30th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 30, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 30, 1955.

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