Historical Events
- Beatles third single, "From Me To You" is released in UK
- Police in Birmingham, Alabama, use dogs & cattle prods on peaceful demonstrators
Famous Deaths
- Alfred Métraux, Swiss anthropologist, dies at 60
- Herbie Nichols, American jazz pianist and composer ("Lady Sings the Blues"), dies of leukemia at 43
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights
About April 12, 1963
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 61 years and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
- #1 Song: He's So Fine - The Chiffons
- #1 Song: How Do You Do It? - Gerry & The Pacemakers