Historical Events
- Dutch bishops question papacy values
Famous Birthdays
- Carol Vorderman, British television presenter, born in Bedford, United Kingdom
- Glenn McQueen, American animator, born in Toronto, Ontario (d. 2002)
What Happened in 1960
The Twist Dance Craze
Young people in Berlin taking part in the Twist dance craze, 1964
September 19, 1960How Britain Fell in Love with Lady Chatterley
After a sensational trial, the courts cleared the way for the controversial novel Lady Chatterley's Lover to go on sale in Britain, causing a stampede.
November 10, 1960Coronation Street, King of the Soaps
Thought to have no great future when launched on this day, Coronation Street still reigns supreme
December 9, 1960
