Historical Events
- American glider pilot Al Parker glides 644 miles without a motor
- US Ranger 7 takes 4,316 pictures before crashing on Moon
Famous Birthdays
- Jim Corr, Irish singer and musician (The Corrs - "What Can I Do"), born in Dundalk, County Louth, Ireland
Famous Weddings
- George Lascelles marries Patricia Tuckwell
Famous Deaths
- Jim Reeves, American country singer ("He'll Have To Go"; "Distant Drums"), and actor (Kimberley Jim), dies in airplane crash at 39
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights
About July 31, 1964
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 9 months and 4 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: A Hard Day's Night - The Beatles
