What Happened on September 27, 1963

Historical Events

  • At 10:59 AM census clock, records US population at 190,000,000

Event of Interest

Lee Harvey Oswald visits Cuban consulate in Mexico City, seeking a visa

Famous Birthdays

  • Caren Metschuck, German DR, 100m butterfly swimmer (Olympic gold 1980)

Famous Deaths

  • Andy Coakley, American baseball pitcher (Philadelphia A's, Cincinnati Reds) and coach (Williams College 1911–13, Columbia University 1915–18), dies at 80
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights

About September 27, 1963

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 7 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Blue Velvet - Bobby Vinton
  • UK #1 Song: She Loves You - The Beatles