Today in History for 1st December 1959

Historical Events

Events 1 - 4 of 4

- 12 nations sign treaty for scientific peaceful use of Antarctica
- 1st color photograph of Earth from outer space
- 25th Heisman Trophy Award: Billy Cannon, LSU (HB)
- The 1st color photograph of Earth received from outer space

Famous Birthdays

Birthdays 1 - 3 of 3

- Billy Childish, English painter, writer and musician
- Rick Leventhal, American broadcast journalist
- Wally Lewis, Australian rugby league footballer

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