Historical Events
- KCOY TV channel 12 in Santa Maria, California (CBS) begins broadcasting
Economic Opportunity Act
LBJ asks Congress to pass Economic Opportunity Act as part of his War on Poverty
- Paul Hornung & Alex Karras reinstated in NFL after 1 year suspension
Famous Birthdays
- Gore Verbinski, American movie director (Pirates of the Caribbean films; Rango), born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
- Pascal Richard, Swiss cyclist
- Patty Griffin, American singer and songwriter (Downtown Church), born in Old Town, Maine
Famous Deaths
- Nicholas Joy, French actor (Gentleman's Agreement; Desk Set; Boss Lady), dies at 80
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights
About March 16, 1964
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 1 month and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: She Loves You - The Beatles
#1 Song: Little Children - Billy J. Kramer & The Dakotas
