Historical Events
- Samuel Gravely assumes command of destroyer escort "USS Falgout", first African American to command a combat ship
- USAF General Charles P. Cabell ends term as deputy director of CIA
Famous Birthdays
- Lena Bloch, Russian-American jazz saxophonist, born in Moscow, Russia
- Sophie Muller, English music video director, born in London
About January 31, 1962
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 2 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Peppermint Twist - Part I - Joey Dee & the Starliters
#1 Song: The Young Ones - Cliff Richard & The Shadows
