Historical Events
- Pioneer 5 launched into solar orbit between Earth & Venus
Famous Birthdays
- Christophe Gans, French film director
Famous Deaths
- Roy Chapman Andrews, US scientist and explorer (found 1st known dinosaur eggs, director of the American Museum of Natural History), dies at 76
Died in 1960 1960 Highlights
About March 11, 1960
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Theme From "A Summer Place" - Percy Faith And His Orchestra
#1 Song: Running Bear - Johnny Preston
