What Happened on November 4, 1959

Historical Events

Sports History

Ernie Banks, Cubs shortstop, wins 2nd consecutive NL MVP

Famous Birthdays

  • József Fitos, Hungarian soccer midfielder (12 caps; Szombathelyi Haladás 1919, Budapest Honvéd, Panathinaikos FC), born in Budapest, Hungary (d. 2022)

About November 4, 1959

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 5 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin
  • UK #1 Song: Travellin' Light - Cliff Richard & The Shadows