Historical Events
- 23rd Amendment to the US Constitution ratified, allowing Washington, D.C. residents to vote in presidential elections
Event of Interest
After a 4½ year trial Nelson Mandela is acquitted of treason in Pretoria
Appointment of Interest
Economist John Kenneth Galbraith is appointed US Ambassador to India
- KCPT TV channel 19 in Kansas City, MO (PBS) begins broadcasting
Famous Birthdays
- Amy Sedaris, American actress and comedian, born in Endicott, New York
- Ane-Marie Sanches, newscaster (Suriname TV/Radio)
- Gary Brabham, Australian auto racer, (British Formula 3000 C'ship 1989; 12 Hours of Sebring 1991), born in London, England
About March 29, 1961
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 62 years, 6 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Blue Moon - The Marcels
#1 Song: Wooden Heart - Elvis Presley
