What Happened on July 16, 1962

Famous Deaths

  • Jan Romein, Dutch historian and author (Low Countries by the Sea; Erflaters - both written with his wife Annie), dies at 68
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights

About July 16, 1962

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 9 months and 12 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