This Week in History is compiled each week for Local Shout by Wilmington resident Mike Hack.
This Week in History: May 22-26, 1955
The number one movie is Disney’s “Davy Crockett: King of the Wild Frontier.”
The number one song is “Rock Around the Clock” by Bill Haley & The Comets.
Icehouse frontman Iva Davies was born and racer Alberto Ascari died.
Quote: “M-I-C-K-E-Y-M-O-U-S-E,” from Disney’s “Mickey Mouse Club.”
More This Week in History: May 1-5, 1963; May 8-12, 1960; May 15-19, 1965
Mike Hack has enjoyed living in North Carolina for fourteen years and Wilmington for the past seven. Mike is a musician and videographer who enjoys crossword puzzles, Jeopardy, bus rides, long walks, and music history trivia. Mike has a vast knowledge of dates, and researching them is just one of his many passions. Mike also has autism and is enjoying connecting with his community via Port City Daily!
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