Historical Events
- Peter, Paul & Mary release their first hit "If I Had a Hammer"
Famous Birthdays
- Felipe Calderón, Mexican politician (President of Mexico, 2006–12), born in Morelia, Mexico
- Sandra Farmer-Patrick, Jamaican-born American 400m hurdler, born in Kingston, Jamaica
Famous Deaths
- Cleo Ridgely, silent screen actress (I Remember Mama), dies at 68
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights
About August 18, 1962
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 8 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do - Neil Sedaka
#1 Song: I Remember You - Frank Ifield
