Historical Events
Sayers Touchdown Record
Chicago halfback Gale Sayers ties NFL record for most touchdowns in a game with 6 in 61–20 victory over San Francisco 49ers at Wrigley Field
- Doug Walters makes maiden Test ton in 1st Test, goes on to 155
- The Beatles' last concert in Great Britain at Capitol Theatre in Cardiff, Wales
- Vivian Beaumont Theater opens at 65th St & Amsterdam Ave NYC
Famous Birthdays
- Laurie Grover-Tavares, American biathlete (Olympics 1994), born in Newark, New Jersey
- Russell Batiste Jr., American drummer The Meters, 1989-2000; The Funky Meters, 2000-15; Vida Blue), born in New Orleans (d. 2023)
Famous Deaths
- Johnny Lee, American actor (Song of the South, The Amos 'n' Andy Show), dies from a heart attack at 67
Died in 1965 1965 Highlights
About December 12, 1965
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 4 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is A Season) - The Byrds
#1 Song: Day Tripper/We Can Work It Out - The Beatles
