Historical Events
Sinking of the Vasa
17th century Swedish warship Vasa, which sunk on her maiden voyage in 1628, is salvaged
Event of Interest
JFK accepts "sole responsibility" following Bay of Pigs
Famous Birthdays
- Igor Raykhelson, Russian-American composer, and classical and jazz pianist, born in Leningrad, USSR
- Roger Mayweather, American boxer, (WBA & lineal super featherweight titles 1983-84, WBC light welterweight 1987-89; IBO light welterweight; IBO welterweight 1994-95), born in Grand Rapids, Michigan (d. 2020)
Famous Deaths
- (Joseph) Rosario Bourdon, French Canadian-American cellist, violinist, conductor, arranger and musical director (Victor Talking Machine Company, 1905-31; Symphonique de Montréal, 1935-44), dies at 76
- Lee Moran, American actor (Circus Clown), dies of heart ailment at 72 (b. 1888)
Died in 1961 1961 Highlights
About April 24, 1961
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 63 years and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Runaway - Del Shannon
#1 Song: Wooden Heart - Elvis Presley
