It's August 13, and on this day in 1955, Elvis performed at the Louisiana Hayride in Shreveport, Louisiana.

In 1956, he gave a show at the Municipal Auditorium in New Orleans, Louisiana.

In 1958, Elvis was granted emergency leave from the Army to visit his mother, Gladys Presley, who had been admitted to Memphis Methodist Hospital. Elvis arrived in Memphis that afternoon and spent several hours with her at the hospital before returning to Graceland.

Starting in 1960, Elvis began filming for the movie *Flaming Star*.

From 1969 through 1976, Elvis regularly performed at the International Hotel and then the Hilton Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, marking a consistent presence in the city’s entertainment scene year after year.

It's August 12, and on this day in 1955, Elvis performed at Driller Park in Kilgore, Texas.

In 1956, he gave two shows at the Municipal Auditorium in New Orleans, Louisiana, at 4:00 and 8:15 p.m.

In 1958, Elvis obtained emergency leave from the Army and flew to Memphis with Lamar Fike to visit his hospitalized mother, Gladys Presley.

In 1961, Elvis flew from Tampa to Los Angeles.

And in 1974, Elvis also flew to Los Angeles.

The previous day, August 11, 1975, found Elvis relaxing in Palm Springs, California. While out shopping for jewelry with friends and companions, he picked out items totaling over \$3,000 but realized he had no money on hand. A quick call to Colonel Parker secured the Visa card number, completing the purchase.

It's August 11, and on this day in 1955, Elvis performed at the Reo Palm Isle in Longview, Texas.

In 1956, he gave three shows at the Florida Theater in Jacksonville, Florida, at 3:30, 7:00, and 9:00 p.m.

In 1958, Elvis began his Basic Unit Training.

And in 1961, location filming for *Follow That Dream* wrapped up in Florida.

The previous day, August 10, 1970, marked the opening of Elvis’s summer engagement at the International Hotel in Las Vegas. While reviews noted the show lacked some of the excitement of previous years, the audience reaction remained strong. Elvis appeared confident, spending much of the show talking, joking, and making fan interactions a highlight—especially by handing out scarves, a practice he turned into a signature part of his performances.