Historical Events
- France performs nuclear Test at Fangataufa Island
- Governor James Rhodes declares state of emergency in Cleveland (race riot)
Famous Birthdays
- David Segui, infielder (Montreal Expos), born in Kansas City, Kansas
- Nancy Carell [Walls], American actress (Saturday Night Live), born in Cohasset, Massachusetts
Famous Weddings
Frank Sinatra
American saloon singer Frank Sinatra (50) marries American actress Mia Farrow (21) at the Las Vegas, Nevada home of casino executive Jack Entratter; divorce in 1968
1966 Highlights
About July 19, 1966
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 57 years and 9 months
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hanky Panky - Tommy James And The Shondells
#1 Song: Get Away - Georgie Fame & The Blue Flames
