What Happened on August 16, 1965

Historical Events

Sports History

American Football League's 9th franchise is officially awarded to Joe Robbie and television star Danny Thomas; Miami Dolphins start play in AFL's Eastern Division in 1966

Famous Birthdays

  • Xavier Hernandez, Port Arthur TX, pitcher (Houston Astros)

Famous Deaths

  • Vasily Petrovich Shirinsky, Russian composer, dies at 64
Died in 1965 1965 Highlights

About August 16, 1965

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 8 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Got You Babe - Sonny & Cher
  • UK #1 Song: Help! - The Beatles