What Happened on July 3, 1965

Historical Events

  • Harold Strachan, member of the Communist Party of South Africa and Umkhonto we Sizwe, the armed wing of the African National Congress, is served with a restriction order in terms of the Suppression of Communism Act
  • USSR and Persia sign dam building and economic aid pact

Wimbledon Women's Tennis

Wimbledon Women's Tennis: Australian Margaret Smith beats Maria Bueno of Brazil 6-4, 7-5, her second of 3 Wimbledon singles titles

Famous Birthdays

  • Greg Vaughn, American baseball outfielder (MLB All-Star 1993, 96, 98, 2001); Silver Slugger Award 1998; Milwaukee Brewers), born in Sacramento, California
  • Shinya Hashimoto, Japanese professional wrestler (NJPW), born in Toki City, Gifu, Japan

Famous Weddings

John McCain

American Navy pilot John McCain (28) weds first wife American model Carol Shepp (27-ish); divorce in 1980)

Famous Deaths

  • Trigger, horse (Roy Rogers), dies at 25
Died in 1965 1965 Highlights

About July 3, 1965

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 10 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch) - Four Tops
  • UK #1 Song: I'm Alive - The Hollies