What Happened on February 3, 1962

Historical Events

  • John Uelses pole vaults record 489 cm

Trade Banned with Cuba

US President John F. Kennedy bans all trade with Cuba except for food & drugs

Famous Deaths

  • Werner Bock, German writer, dies at 68
1962 Highlights

About February 3, 1962

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 1 month and 16 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Peppermint Twist - Part I - Joey Dee & the Starliters
  • UK #1 Song: The Young Ones - Cliff Richard & The Shadows