On This Day

What Happened on June 8, 1960

Historical Events

  • 1st date in James Clavell's novel "Nobel House"

Execution'The Banality of Evil'

Argentine government demands release of Adolf Eichmann

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Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann sits in the dock at his 1961 trial in Jerusalem
Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann sits in the dock at his 1961 trial in Jerusalem
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Famous Birthdays

  • Mick Hucknall, English singer-songwriter (Simply Red), born in Manchester, England
1960 Highlights

About June 8, 1960

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 5 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini



What Happened in 1960