What Happened on July 20, 1960

Historical Events

  • 1st submerged submarine to fire Polaris missile (George Washington)
  • The head of the Physics Department at the Israel Institute of Technology, Kurt Sitte, is arrested for espionage
  • USSR recovers 2 dogs; 1st living organisms to return from space

Famous Birthdays

  • Katie Rabbet, Prince Andrew's former girlfriend, born in London, England
  • Lauren Gregg, American soccer coach (USA women 1997, 2000) and midfielder (1 cap; Uni of North Carolina), born in Rochester, Minnesota

About July 20, 1960

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I'm Sorry - Brenda Lee
  • UK #1 Song: Good Timin' - Jimmy Jones