Historical Events
- National Football League Championship, Memorial Stadium, Baltimore: Baltimore Colts beat New York Giants, 31-16; Colts score 24 straight points in 4th quarter
Famous Birthdays
- Andre Tippett, American NFL Hall of Fame linebacker, 1982-93, 5X Pro Bowl (New England Patriots), born in Birmingham, Alabama
- Gerina Dunwich, American author
Famous Deaths
- Alfonso Reyes, Mexican writer (SimpatÃas y diferencias) and diplomat (Higenia Cruel), dies at 70
1959 Highlights
About December 27, 1959
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 63 years, 5 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: El Paso - Marty Robbins
#1 Song: What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For - Emile Ford & The Checkmates
