Historical Events
- Archbishop Suenens of Mechelen-Brussels appointed cardinal
Music Premiere
Charles Strouse and Lee Adams' musical "All American", starring ray Bolger, opens at the Winter Garden Theater, NYC; runs for 80 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Ivan Calderón, Puerto Rican baseball outfielder (MLB All Star 1991; Chicago White Sox, Montreal Expos), born in Fajardo, Puerto Rico (d. 2003)
- Jim Korderas, American professional wrestling referee
Famous Deaths
- Samuel Cate Prescott, American food scientist and microbiologist, dies at 89
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights
About March 19, 1962
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 1 month and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hey! Baby - Bruce Channel
#1 Song: Wonderful Land - The Shadows
