What Happened on December 4, 1963

Historical Events

Moro Government

Aldo Moro forms Italian government (1963-1968)

  • Boston Bruins' right wing Andy Hebenton sets a new NHL record by playing in his 581st consecutive game in 2-2 tie with Chicago Black Hawks; reaches 630 straight games

Second Vatican Council Session Ends

Pope Paul VI closes second session of 2nd Vatican Council


Famous Birthdays

  • Danny Weinkauf, American Grammy Award-winning bassist and songwriter (They Might Be Giants), born in Lynbrook, New York
  • Nigel Heslop, English rugby union and rugby league wing (10 caps RU; Orrell RUFC, Liverpool St Helens; Oldham RLFC), born in West Hartlepool, England
  • Sergey Bubka, Ukrainian pole vaulter (Olympic gold 1988; World C'ship gold 1983, 87, 91, 93, 95, 97), born in Luhansk, Ukraine

About December 4, 1963

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 4 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Sagittarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Dominique - The Singing Nun (Soeur Sourire)
  • UK #1 Song: She Loves You - The Beatles