What Happened on September 5, 1962

Historical Events

  • Atletico Madrid of Spain win 2nd European Cup Winner's Cup against ACF Fiorentina of Italy 3-0 in Stuttgart (replay)
  • Cubs Ken Hubbs sets 2nd base record for consecutive errorless games at 78 & consecutive errorless chances (418), he errors in the 4th

Famous Birthdays

  • Beth Underhill, Canadian equestrian jumper (Olympics 26-92, 96), born in Georgetown, Ontario
  • Peter Wingfield, Welsh rocker and actor (Methos-Highlander), born in Cardiff

Famous Deaths

  • Gertrude E. Durden Rush, American composer and playwright (Black Girls Burden). dies at 82
Died in 1962 1962 Highlights

About September 5, 1962

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 7 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Sheila - Tommy Roe
  • UK #1 Song: I Remember You - Frank Ifield