Historical Events
- 7th National Film Awards (India): "Apur Sansar" wins the Golden Lotus
- India's Bombay state split into Gujarat & Maharashtra states
Event of Interest
Russia shoots down Francis Gary Powers' U-2 spy plane over Sverdlovsk
About May 1, 1960
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 11 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Stuck On You - Elvis Presley with The Jordanaires
- #1 Song: Cathy's Clown - Everly Brothers