What Happened on August 13, 1963

Historical Events

Sports History

Dave DeBusschere pitches a shutout against the Cleveland Indians

  • US Customs agents confiscate 21 gold coins from Witte Museum, San Antonio, Texas

Sports History

Warren Spahn sets left-hander strike out mark at 2,382


Famous Birthdays

  • Elizabeth Bourland, Costa Rican sharp shooter, US 3x20 rifle (Olympic 7th 1996)

Sridevi Kapoor (1963-2018)

Indian actress and film producer referred to as Indian cinema's "first female superstar" (Himmatwala, Solva Sawan), born in Sivakasi, Madras State

  • Tigg Ketler, American drummer (Bang Tango - "Dancin' On Coals"), born in Chula Vista, California

About August 13, 1963

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 8 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Fingertips - Pt 2 - Little Stevie Wonder
  • UK #1 Song: Sweets For My Sweet - Searchers