Historical Events
- Military uprising under Col Abdullah as-Sallal North Yemen
Silent Spring
Rachel Carson publishes "Silent Spring" about the deleterious impacts of pesticide use in the US on the environment
- US sells Israel Hawk anti-aircraft missiles
Famous Birthdays
- Gavin Larsen, New Zealand cricket fast/medium bowler (8 Tests, 24 wickets; 121 ODIs, 113 wickets; chairman selectors), born in Wellington, New Zealand
Famous Deaths
- Francisco Brochado da Rocha, Brazilian professor and politician (Prime Minister of Brazil 1962), dies at 52
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights
About September 27, 1962
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 7 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Sherry - The 4 Seasons
#1 Song: She's Not You - Elvis Presley
