What Happened on May 19, 1967

Historical Events

  • USSR ratifies treaty with Britain & US banning nuclear weapons in space

Famous Birthdays

  • John Friesz, NFL quarterback (Seattle Seahawks)
  • Massimo Taccon, Italian painter and sculptor

Famous Deaths

  • Elmo Hope, American bebop jazz pianist, composer, and arranger, dies of heart failure at 43
Died in 1967 1967 Highlights

About May 19, 1967

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 11 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Groovin' - The Young Rascals
  • UK #1 Song: Silence Is Golden - Tremeloes