What Happened on July 20, 1965

Historical Events

  • 18.18" (46.18 cm) of rainfall, Edgarton, Missouri (state 24-hr record)

Like a Rolling Stone

Columbia records release Bob Dylan single "Like a Rolling Stone" [1]

Sports History

NY Yankee pitcher Mel Stottlemyre hits an inside-the-park grand slam


Famous Birthdays

  • Anthony Shriver, American activist for people with intellectual disabilities (founder of Best Buddies International), born in Boston, Massachusetts
  • Jovy Marcelo, Filipino racing driver, born in Quezon City, Philippines (d. 1992)
  • Stone Gossard, American guitarist (Pearl Jam), born in Seattle, Washington

About July 20, 1965

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 9 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction - The Rolling Stones
  • UK #1 Song: Mr Tambourine Man - Byrds