What Happened on July 15, 1962

Historical Events

Tour de France

49th Tour de France; Defending champion Jacques Anquetil of France claims his 3rd Tour victory

  • Algeria becomes member of Arab League
  • Netherlands and Indonesia reach agreement over New Guinea

Famous Birthdays

  • Howard Gray, British audio engineer, and record producer (UB40; Apollo 440; Stealth Sonic Orchestra), born in Sydney, Australia

About July 15, 1962

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 9 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Roses Are Red (My Love) - Bobby Vinton
  • UK #1 Song: I Can't Stop Loving You - Ray Charles