Historical Events
"Contempt"
"Contempt" film directed by Jean-Luc Godard, starring Brigitte Bardot and Jack Palance, is released
- Berlin Wall opens for 1st time to West Berliners
- Massemba-Debate elected President of Congo-Brazzaville
- Trial against 21 camp guards of Auschwitz begins
Famous Birthdays
- Infanta Elena, Duchess of Lugo, born in Madrid, Spain
- Karen Moncrieff, American actress (Xtro 3, Days of Our Lives), born in Sacramento, California
- Pam Casale, American tennis player (Marco Island finals 1985), born in Camden, New Jersey
Famous Deaths
- Paul Constantinescu, Romanian composer (Ballad of the Outlaw for cello and orchestra), and pedagogue, dies at 54
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights
About December 20, 1963
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 4 months and 8 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: I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles