Historical Events
- 86th Preakness: Johnny Sellers aboard Carry Back wins in 1:57.6
- Henzes opera "Elegy for Young Lovers," premieres in Schwetzingen
- Mauritania adopts constitution
- White mob attacks "Freedom Riders" in Montgomery, Alabama
Famous Birthdays
- Kit Clarke, Scottish rocker (Danny Wilson - "Mary's Prayer"), born in Dundee, Scotland
- Nick Heyward, British rock guitarist and vocalist (Haircut 100 - "Favourite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl)"), born in Becjenham, Kent, England
- Vaughn Jefferis, New Zealand equestrian rider (World C'ship gold 1994, 98; Olympic bronze 1996), born in Huntly, New Zealand
Famous Deaths
- Josef "Pips" Priller, German fighter ace (b. 1915)
- Nannie Helen Burroughs, American educator and civil rights activist (founded National Training School for Women and Girls), dies at 82
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About May 20, 1961
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 11 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mother-In-Law - Ernie K-Doe
#1 Song: You're Driving Me Crazy - Temperance Seven
