Your place in the Universe on 1958
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Get your map!1958 (MCMLVIII in Roman Numerals) was the year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1958th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations.
Is 1958 a year special to you? Discover what 1958 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 1958, 1958 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 1958, how old is someone born in 1958 and what Chinese zodiac sign is associated to 1958.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about 1958 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
In 1958, Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican) was the President of the United States. His term spanned from January 20, 1953 to January 20, 1961. During his presidency, he created the Interstate Highway System and strengthened NATO during the Cold War.
In 1958 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative). During his premiership, he promoted decolonization and declared that the 'winds of change' were sweeping through Africa.
In 1958, the Pope was Pius XII until October 09, 1958; on October 28, 1958 Pope John XXIII became the new Pope.
The number 1 song in the USA in 1958, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was All I Have To Do Is Dream by The Everly Brothers
The number 1 song in the UK in 1958, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was All I Have To Do Is Dream / Claudette by The Everly Brothers
The most popular movie and box office hit was Commandos by Armando Crispino
Someone born in 1958 is 67 years old this year.
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According to the Chinese Zodiac and Astrology 1958 was the Year of the Dog.
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