What Happened on May 14, 1965

Historical Events

  • 2nd Chinese atom bomb explodes
  • US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site

Famous Birthdays

  • Curt Harnett, sprint cyclist (Olympic bronze 1992/96), born in Toronto, Ontario
  • Dave Widell, NFL center/guard (Jacksonville Jaguars)
  • Eoin Colfer, Irish writer
  • Joey Cora, Caguas Puerto Rico, infielder (Seattle Mariners)
  • Kelvin Martin, NFL wide receiver (Philadelphia Eagles)
Born in 1965

Famous Deaths

  • Frances Perkins, American politician and 1st woman to hold cabinet-level position (Labor 1933-45), dies at 83
1965 Highlights

About May 14, 1965

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 11 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Mrs. Brown You've Got A Lovely Daughter - Herman's Hermits
  • UK #1 Song: Where Are You Now (My Love) - Jackie Trent