Historical Events
Radio Premiere
The Beatles (with Pete Best) BBC radio debut - a cover of Roy Orbison's "Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream)", recorded the previous evening on stage at the Playhouse Theatre in Manchester
- US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
Famous Birthdays
- Shaun Gayle, American football strong safety (Super Bowl 1985; Pro Bowl 1991; Chicago Bears, SD Chargers), born in Newport News, Virginia
- William Fuller, NFL defensive end (Philadelphia Eagles, San Diego Chargers)
Famous Deaths
- Howard Engstrom, American computer designer (co-creator Univac computer), dies at 59
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights
About March 8, 1962
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 1 month and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hey! Baby - Bruce Channel
#1 Song: Rock A Hula Baby/Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley
