Historical Events
- 1st Ford Mustang produced
- Creighton University's Paul Silas grabs Midwest record 27 rebounds against Oklahoma State
- Supreme Court issues NY Times vs Sullivan decision: public officials must prove malice to claim libel and recover damages
Famous Birthdays
- Herbert Fandel, German football referee, born in Kyllburg, Germany
- Juliette Binoche, French actress (The English Patient, Unbearable Lightness), born in Paris, France
- Phil Housley, NHL defenseman (NJ Devils, Team USA Olympics 1998), born in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Famous Deaths
- Johanna "Mina" Bakker, Dutch actress (Boefje), dies at 87
- Paul von Lettow-Vorbeck, 'the Lion of Africa', German general and politician (only German to successfully invade part of British empire in WWI), dies at 93
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights
About March 9, 1964
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 1 month and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles
#1 Song: Anyone Who Had A Heart - Cilla Black
