What Happened on March 13, 1963

Historical Events

  • Indonesia & Netherlands reinstate diplomatic relations

Long Christmas Dinner

Paul Hindemith and Thornton Wilder's opera "Long Christmas Dinner" premieres in NYC

  • Two Russian reconnaissance flights over Alaska

Famous Birthdays

  • Fito Paez, Argentine singer-songwriter and pianist (La Conquista Del Espacio), born in Rosario, Argentina
  • Mariano Duncan, infielder (NY Yankees), born in San Pedro de MacorĂ­s, Dominican Republic
  • Vance Johnson, American NFL wide receiver (Denver Broncos), born in Trenton, New Jersey

Famous Deaths

  • Austin Dobson, British racing driver (b. 1912)
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights

About March 13, 1963

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 1 month and 19 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Walk Like A Man - The 4 Seasons
  • UK #1 Song: Summer Holiday - Cliff Richard & The Shadows