Historical Events
- Congress of racial Equality (CORE) forms
- Race riot in Beaumont, Texas erupts killing 2
Famous Birthdays
- (Mervyn) "Muff" Winwood, English songwriter and bassist (Spencer Davis Group - "Gimme Some Lovin"), born in Erdington, Birmingham
- Aron Kincaid, actor (Warren-Bachelor Father, Ski Party), born in Los Angeles, California
- Johnny Hallyday [Jean-Philippe Smet], French singer and actor known as the "Elvis Presley of France", born in Paris, France (d. 2017)
- Xaveria Hollander [Vara de DeVries], Dutch author (The Happy Hooker), born in Soerabaja, Dutch East Indies
Famous Deaths
- Cecil Parkin, cricketer (32 wkts in 10 Tests for Eng 1920-24), dies
1943 Highlights
About June 15, 1943
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 79 years, 7 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
