Historical Events
- Andrian G Nikolayev, becomes 3rd Russian in space aboard Vostok 3
- Bolotnikov runs world record 10km (28:18.2)
- LA Dodgers protest as San Francisco manager Alvin Dark orders Candlestick Park ground crew to water down base paths to hinder MLB All-Star Maury Wills' base-stealing attempts; Giants win 5-4
Famous Birthdays
- Jonathan Hayes, American NFL tight end and coach (KC Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers), born in South Fayette Township, Pennsylvania
- Uvais Karnain, cricketer (Sri Lankan ODI bowler in mid 1980's)
About August 11, 1962
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 8 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do - Neil Sedaka
#1 Song: I Remember You - Frank Ifield
