Historical Events
- Burkina Faso (formerly Upper Volta) declares independence from France
Famous Birthdays
- Seth Swirsky, American pop songwriter ("Tell It To My Heart"), born in Connecticut
Famous Deaths
Arthur Meighen (1874-1960)
9th Prime Minister of Canada (C: 1920-21, 1926), dies at 86
1960 Highlights
About August 5, 1960
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 5 months and 29 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini - Brian Hyland
#1 Song: Please Don't Tease - Cliff Richard & The Shadows
