What Happened on July 26, 1962

Historical Events

  • Maria Oeljanov, 1st airship with nuclear missiles, arrives in Cuba

Baseball Record

Milwaukee Brave Warren Spahn sets HR record of 31 by a pitcher

Famous Birthdays

  • Galina Chistyakova, Russian jumper (world record 1988), born in Izmail, Ukraine
Born in 1962
1962 Highlights

About July 26, 1962

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 8 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Roses Are Red (My Love) - Bobby Vinton
  • UK #1 Song: I Remember You - Frank Ifield