What Happened on July 14, 1963

Historical Events

Tour de France

50th Tour de France: French cyclist Jacques Anquetil wins his 3rd consecutive general classification event; first rider to win Tour 4 times

Famous Birthdays

  • Phil Rosenthal, American newspaper columnist (Chicago Tribune), born in Chicago, Illinois

About July 14, 1963

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 9 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Surf City - Jan & Dean
  • UK #1 Song: Confessin' (That I Love You) - Frank Ifield