Historical Events
- India seizes Goa & 2 other Portuguese colonies
- Niteroi Circus in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil catches fire; 323 die after disgruntled employee sets fire to the tent
Famous Birthdays
- Sara Dallin, British musician (Bananarama), born in Bristol, England
Famous Deaths
- Marion Perkins, sculptor (Man of Sorrow), dies at 53
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About December 17, 1961
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 4 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Lion Sleeps Tonight - The Tokens
#1 Song: Tower Of Strength - Frankie Vaughan
