Historical Events
- Japanese politician Inejiro Asanuma is assassinated with a sword during a televised debate live on TV by 17-year old nationalist Otoya Yamaguchi
Event of Interest
JFK and Richard Nixon's third presidential debate
United Nations Speech
Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev bangs his shoe on his desk at UN General Assembly session
1960 History
Famous Birthdays
- Steve Lowery, American golfer (PGA C'ship 2001 3rd), born in Birmingham, Alabama
Famous Deaths
- Inejiro Asanuma, Leader of the Japanese Socialist Party, murdered at 61
1960 Highlights
About October 12, 1960
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Save The Last Dance For Me - The Drifters
- #1 Song: Tell Laura I Love Her - Ricky Valance