Historical Events
Sports History
For 2nd consecutive year, AP names Wilma Rudolph female athlete of year
- India annexes Portuguese colonies of Goa, Damao & Diu
- KAIL TV channel 53 in Fresno, CA (IND) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Brian Orser, Canadian figure skater (Olympic silver 1988)
- Ken Foreman, English rock singer and guitarist (Thrashing Doves - "Reprobate's Hymn"), and record producer, born in London, England
- Lalchand Rajput, Indian cricketer and coach (Indian Test opening batsman 1985-86), born in Bombay, India
- Thomas Strittmatter, writer
About December 18, 1961
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 4 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: The Lion Sleeps Tonight - The Tokens
#1 Song: Tower Of Strength - Frankie Vaughan
