Famous Birthdays
Henri Leconte (60 years old)
French tennis player (French open finalist 1988), born in Lillers, France
- José Oquendo, Puerto Rican baseball player, born in Río Piedras, Puerto Rico
Famous Deaths
- Bernard Freyberg, British-New Zealand army officer (Victoria Cross, Governor General of New Zealand 1946-52), dies at 74
- Fritz Reutter, German composer, dies at 66
- Grant Richards, American actor (Doug-Doorway to Danger), dies at 48
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights
About July 4, 1963
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 9 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Easier Said Than Done - The Essex
- #1 Song: I Like It - Gerry & The Pacemakers