Historical Events
- 1964 NFL Draft: Dave Parks from Texas Tech first pick by San Francisco 49ers
- First Dutch rocket launched, reaches height of 10 km
- MLB Rules Committee bans oversized catcher's mitts; rule effective only in 1965
Famous Birthdays
- Ann Patchett, American novelist (Bel Canto), born in Los Angeles, California
- Rich Sutter, Canadian NHL right wing, 1983-95 (Philadelphia Flyers, Vancouver Canucks, St. Louis Blues, and 4 other teams), and broadcaster (Rogers Sportsnet), born in Viking, Alberta
- Ron Sutter, Canadian NHL center, 1982- 2001 (Philadelphia Flyers, St. Louis Blues, San Jose Sharks, and 4 other teams), born in Viking, Alberta
Famous Deaths
- Sabu [Dastagir], Indian actor (The Thief of Bagdad, Elephant Boy, Drum), dies of a heart attack at 39
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights
About December 2, 1963
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 4 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Dominique - The Singing Nun (Soeur Sourire)
#1 Song: She Loves You - The Beatles
