What Happened on July 20, 1961

Historical Events

  • French military forces break the Tunisian siege of Bizerte
  • Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley's musical "Stop The World - I Want To Get Off" premieres at Queen's Theater in London's West End

About July 20, 1961

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 9 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Tossin' And Turnin' - Bobby Lewis
  • UK #1 Song: Temptation - Everly Brothers