Historical Events
- 27 Freedom Riders arrested in Jackson, Mississippi
- Cyprus joins the Council of Europe.
- NASA Explorer Ionosphere research mission fails to reach Earth orbit
About May 24, 1961
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 10 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Travelin' Man - Ricky Nelson
#1 Song: You're Driving Me Crazy - Temperance Seven
