What Happened on April 9, 1960

Historical Events

  • 14th NBA Championship: Bost Celtics beat St Louis Hawks, 4 games to 3
  • South African Prime Minister Hendrik Verwoerd survives an assassination attempt by David Pratt despite being twice shot in the face

About April 9, 1960

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 64 years and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Theme From "A Summer Place" - Percy Faith And His Orchestra
  • UK #1 Song: My Old Man's A Dustman - Lonnie Donegan