Historical Events
- Angolin leaves Comecon
- US & Cuba negotiate accord for Cuba to release "Bay of Pigs" captives in exchange for $23M worth of medicine and baby food [1]
Famous Birthdays
- Christy Forester, American musician (Forester Sisters - "Men"), born in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia
Famous Deaths
- Syd Saylor [Leo Sailor], American silent and sound screen character actor (Arizona Days; The Three Mesquiteers), dies of a heart attack at 67
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights
About December 21, 1962
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 4 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Telstar - The Tornadoes
- #1 Song: Return To Sender - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires