What Happened on December 31, 1966

Historical Events

  • Pirate Radio 390 (Radio Invicata) off England, resumes transmitting
  • Test Cricket debut of Bishen Singh Bedi, India v WI Calcutta, 2-92

#1 in the Charts

The Monkees single "I'm a Believer", written by Neil Diamond, hits #1 and stays there for 7 weeks

  • Toboggan Chutes begin operation in Cleveland Metroparks

Famous Birthdays

  • Paula Barbieri, American model and actress (Dangerous), born in Panama City, Florida

Famous Deaths

  • Nipo T. Strongheart, Native American activist, lecturer and film consultant (Pony Soldier), dies at 75
  • Pieter Geyl, Dutch historian (History of the Dutch Race), dies at 79
Died in 1966 1966 Highlights

About December 31, 1966

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 3 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I'm A Believer - The Monkees
  • UK #1 Song: Green Green Grass Of Home - Tom Jones