Famous Birthdays
- Erkki-Sven Tüür, Estonian composer (Architectonics; Magma), born in Kärdla, Hiiumaa, Estonia
- Gary Kemp, British rock guitarist and lyricist (Spandau Ballet - "True"), born in Smithfield, London
Famous Deaths
George C. Marshall (1880-1959)
American general and US Secretary of State (1947-49) who authored the Marshall Plan (Nobel 1953), dies at 78
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights
About October 16, 1959
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 64 years, 6 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin
