Historical Events
- "Bravo, Giovanni" opens at Broadhurst Theater NYC for 76 performances
- "John Birch Society" by Chad Mitchell Trio hits #99
- 87th Preakness: John Rotz aboard Greek Money wins in 1:56.2
- Indonesian paratroopers land in New Guinea
Happy Birthday, Mr. President
Marilyn Monroe sings "Happy Birthday, Mr. President" to JFK before 15,000 attendees, accompanied by jazz pianist Hank Jones, at Madison Square Garden, NYC
Baseball Record
Stan Musial breaks Honus Wagner's NL hit record with 3,431
- US performs nuclear test at Christmas Island (atmospheric)
Famous Birthdays
- Iain Harvie, Scottish rock guitarist and songwriter (Del Amitri - "Roll To Me", "Nothing Ever Happens"), born in Glasgow, Scotland
Famous Deaths
- Gabriele Münter, German expressionist painter
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights
About May 19, 1962
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 61 years and 11 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Soldier Boy - The Shirelles
#1 Song: Good Luck Charm - Elvis Presley
