Historical Events
- For 2nd consecutive year, AP names Wilma Rudolph female athlete of year
- India annexes Portuguese colonies of Goa, Damao & Diu
- KAIL TV channel 53 in Fresno, CA (IND) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Brian Orser, Canadian figure skater (Olympic silver 1988)
- Ken Foreman, British musician (Thrashing Doves - "Reprobate's Hymn")
- Lalchand Rajput, Indian cricketer and coach (Indian Test opening batsman 1985-86), born in Bombay, India
- Thomas Strittmatter, writer
1961 Highlights
About December 18, 1961
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 1 month and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Sagittarius
