Historical Events
The Twist Dance Craze
Chubby Checker performs his version of "The Twist" on "The Dick Clark Show" starting a worldwide dance craze
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- The UN Security Council lay down rules which would allow UN forces to enter Congo
Famous Birthdays
- Dale Ellis, NBA guard/forward (Seattle Supersonics, Denver Nuggets)
1960 Highlights
About August 6, 1960
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 60 years and 3 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
