What Happened on December 21, 1962

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

  • US #1 Song: Telstar - The Tornadoes
  • UK #1 Song: Return To Sender - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires