Historical Events
- French freighter "La Coubre" explodes in Havana Cuba, killing 100
Famous Birthdays
- John Mugabi, Ugandan boxer (WBC super-welterweight title 1989-90; Olympic silver Welterweight 1980), born in Kampala, Uganda
- Russell Todd, American actor (Dr Jamie Frame-Another World), born in Troy, New York
Famous Divorces
Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz
American comedienne Lucille Ball files for divorce from Cuban-American singer Desi Arnaz, after 14 years of marriage
Famous Deaths
- Herbert O'Conor, American politician, 51st Governor of Maryland (b. 1896)
- Leonard Warren [Warenoff], American baritone (Metropolitan Opera, 1939-60), dies of a heart attack during a performance of Verddi's "La forza del destino" at 48
Died in 1960 1960 Highlights
About March 4, 1960
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 1 month and 25 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: Poor Me - Adam Faith