Historical Events
- 86th Preakness: Johnny Sellers aboard Carry Back wins in 1:57.6
- Henzes opera "Elegy for Young Lovers," premieres in Schwetzingen
- Mauritania adopts constitution
- White mob attacks "Freedom Riders" in Montgomery, Alabama
Famous Birthdays
- Kit Clarke, Scottish rocker (Danny Wilson - "Mary's Prayer"), born in Dundee, Scotland
- Nick Heyward, British rock guitarist and vocalist (Haircut 100 - "Favourite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl)"), born in Becjenham, Kent, England
- Vaughn Jefferis, New Zealand equestrian rider (World C'ship gold 1994, 98; Olympic bronze 1996), born in Huntly, New Zealand
Famous Deaths
- Josef "Pips" Priller, German fighter ace (b. 1915)
- Nannie Helen Burroughs, American educator and civil rights activist (founded National Training School for Women and Girls), dies at 82
About May 20, 1961
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 62 years and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Mother-In-Law - Ernie K-Doe
#1 Song: You're Driving Me Crazy - Temperance Seven
