Sunday March 20, 1955: on this day

March 20, 1955 was the 79th day of the year 1955, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is March 20, 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 March 20, 1955, who was born and died on March 20, 1955, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 20, 1955, which were the most popular songs (ex. Ballad Of Davy Crockett by Tennessee Ernie Ford), movies (e.g. The Night My Number Came Up, directed by Leslie Norman), TV series (e.g. Passport To Danger) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 20th, 1955 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 20, 1955?


March 20, 1955 was a Sunday and it was the 79th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 20, 1955 can also be written as 3/20/1955 in the US and as 20/3/1955 in UK and Europe.

March 20, 1955 in March 1955 calendar

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March 20, 1955: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 20, 1955:

  • Kxtv tv channel 10 in sacramento, ca (cbs) begins broadcasting
  • Evan hunter's movie adaptation of the novel ''blackboard jungle'' premieres in the united states, featuring the famous single, ''rock around the clock'', by bill haley and his comets. teenagers jump from their seats to dance to the song.

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March 20, 1955: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 20th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 20, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 20, 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 March 20th, 1955 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 20, 1955: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 20, 1955 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 20, 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 March 20, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 03:48 am and setting at 03:40 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 08, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Apr 07, 1955.

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Who was born on March 20, 1955?


Famous people born on March 20, 1955:

  • Fayez Ghishan

    Fayez Ghishan is a renowned Egyptian-American gastroenterologist known for his research on digestive diseases.

  • Mahin Yazdi

    Mahin Yazdi is an Iranian novelist and short story writer who has received critical acclaim for her works.

  • Asriel Ashkenazi

    A prominent Israeli rabbi and the former Chief Rabbi of Israel.

  • Apollos Kivebulaya

    Apollos Kivebulaya was a Ugandan musician and composer who helped popularize traditional Ugandan music and instruments.

  • Anguel Kolev

    Anguel Kolev is a Bulgarian composer and conductor, known for his work in classical and film music.

  • Ian Moss

    Australian guitarist and singer-songwriter.

  • Vasilis Tsoukalas

    Vasilis Tsoukalas is a Greek electrical engineer and professor who has made significant contributions to the field of power systems and...

  • Verina Dunne

    Irish politician who has served as a member of the Dáil Éireann since 2011.

  • Kalyan Ranjan

    Former Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, representing the Buxar constituency.

  • Nina Kiriki Hoffman

    American author.

  • Mariya Takeuchi

    Japanese singer-songwriter.

  • John Burnside

    Writer.

  • Bruce Willis

    Actor.

  • Nina Hoffman

    American author.

  • Renato Capacci
  • Francesco Baldarelli
  • Stefania Minardo
  • Patrice Gueniffey
  • Denise Dumont

Whose famous birthday is on March 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 20th:

  • Spike Lee
    Spike Lee

    Spike lee is a renowned director known for his work on films such as 'do the right thing' and 'malcolm x'.

  • Ruby Rose
    Ruby Rose

    Ruby rose is an australian model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her role as stella carlin in the tv series orange is the...

  • William Hurt
    William Hurt

    William hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...

  • Xavier Dolan
    Xavier Dolan

    Canadian french young actor and filmmaker, manuel tadros, a singer and actor of egyptian descent, was born to genevia"ve dolan and actor...

  • Bianca Lawson
    Bianca Lawson

    Bianca lawson is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'buffy the vampire slayer' and 'pretty little liars'.

  • Holly Hunter
    Holly Hunter

    Holly hunter is a renowned american actress known for her roles in films such as the piano, broadcast news, and the incredibles.

  • Christy Carlson Romano
    Christy Carlson Romano

    Christy carlson romano is an american singer and actress known for her role as ren stevens in the disney channel show 'even stevens' and as...

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Kathy Ireland
    Kathy Ireland

    American model, actress, and furniture designer.

  • Carl Reiner
    Carl Reiner

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

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March 20, 1955: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 69 years 1 month old,

or 829 months and 5 days old,

or 3605 weeks and 4 days old,

or 25239 days old,

if you were born on March 20, 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 March 20, 1955?

There are 329 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 20, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 20, 1955.

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March 20, 1955: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 20, 1955:

  • Marco Antonetto
  • Larry Crockett

What famous deaths happened on March 20th?

Famous deaths on March 20th:

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Marilyn Maxwell
    Marilyn Maxwell

    American singer and actress (d. 1972).

  • Pranish Koirala

    Renowned leader who played a key role in Nepal's democratic movement.

  • Anira Ataliba

    Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Lev Yashin

    Lev yashin was a soviet footballer known as the 'black spider' and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the...

  • Tarig Al-Wazir

    Prominent figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

  • Elford Albin

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Athalene Lane

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Cova García

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Placida Viola

    Celebrated playwright who wrote compelling dramas.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 20th

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March 20, 1955: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 20, 1955:

  • Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
  • Canberra Day
  • Meat Out Day
  • International Astrology Day
  • New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
  • The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
  • The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.

Observances on March 20, 1955:

  • International Day of Happiness
  • French Language Day

Saints celebrated on March 20, 1955:

  • Saint Alexandra
  • Saint Herbert (died 687)
  • Saint Wulfram (d.704)
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March 20, 1955: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 20, 1955 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 14th and March 20th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 20, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 20, 1955 was Ballad Of Davy Crockett by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.

March 20, 1955: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 20, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 14th and March 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

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

March 20, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 20, 1955 was Give Me Your Word by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.

March 20, 1955: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 20, 1955 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 14th and March 20th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Give Me Your Word
  2. - Softly Softly
  3. - A Blossom Fell
  4. - Mambo Italiano
  5. - Let Me Go Lover

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March 20, 1955: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 20, 1955 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Night My Number Came Up

The Night My Number Came Up

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Leslie Norman

Starring: Michael Redgrave, Sheila Sim, Alexander Knox, Denholm Elliott

Man Without a Star

Man Without a Star

Release year: 1955

Directed by: King Vidor

Starring: Kirk Douglas, Jeanne Crain, Claire Trevor, William Campbell

Stranger on Horseback

Stranger on Horseback

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Jacques Tourneur

Starring: Joel McCrea, Miroslava, Kevin McCarthy, John McIntire

The Glass Slipper

The Glass Slipper

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Charles Walters

Starring: Leslie Caron, Michael Wilding, Keenan Wynn, Estelle Winwood

Strategic Air Command

Strategic Air Command

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Anthony Mann

Starring: James Stewart, June Allyson, Frank Lovejoy, Barry Sullivan

March 20, 1955: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 20, 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:

Passport to Danger

Passport to Danger

Release year: 1954

Written by:

Directed by: N/a

Starring: Cesar Romero

Country: United States of America

The Great Gildersleeve

The Great Gildersleeve

Release year: 1954

Oliver Twist

Oliver Twist

Release year: 1954

Directed by: Roman Polanski

Bolletje en Bonestaak

Bolletje en Bonestaak

Release year: 1955

March 20, 1955: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 20, 1955 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

No Time For Sergeants by Mac Hyman

No Time For Sergeants

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One of the most popular books ever written is No Time for Sergeants. It was first published in 1954. The book has been made into a Broadway Play and several Theatrical Productions. The movie, along with a long-running television series, …

Not as a Stranger by Morton Thompson

Not as a Stranger

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Lucas Marsh has been a child since he was a baby and cannot see himself as anything but a doctor. He is a very naive, glorified doctor.

Essays In The Public Philosophy by Walter Lippmann

Essays In The Public Philosophy

By:

Politics. First edition. The blue cloth covers are rubbed at the corners and spine ends. There is a faint glass ring on one side. Pages toned, interior clean and tight.

The View From Pompey'S Head by Hamilton Basso

The View From Pompey'S Head

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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 …

Soldier Of Fortune by Ernest Kellogg Gann

Soldier Of Fortune

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With its fast pace and intense adventure, this book will keep you hooked from the first page to the last. The suspense builds with the addition of a beautiful, unusual love story.

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Who was the US President on March 20, 1955?

On March 20, 1955 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 1955?

On March 20, 1955 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 20, 1955?

On March 20, 1955 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about March 20th?

March 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of March. 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 March 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Disney completes the acquisition of 21st century fox from walt disney company for $71.3 billion (with the exception being the fox corporation's business, broadcasting network and sports assets).
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: according to syrian state tv sana, a rocket from rebel-held eastern ghouta struck a damascus market, killing at most 35 people. (reuters) (channel news asia). two women and 15 children were killed in an airstrike in eastern ghouta.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: a car bomb explodes in baghdad's hayy al-a'amel neighbourhood, killing at least 23 and injuring 45 more.

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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 March 1955?

March 1955 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.

Discover how March 1955 calendar looked like.

Sunday March 20, 1955