Historical Events
- 22nd congress of CPSU opens in Moscow
- Battle of Paris-police kill 210 Algerians
Historic Event
NASA civilian pilot Joseph A. Walker takes X-15 to 33,100 m
Historic Event
NY Museum of Modern Art hangs Henri Matisse's "Le Bateau" upside-down It wasn't corrected until December 3rd
Famous Birthdays
- Mike De Palmer, American tennis player and coach (coach Boris Becker), born in Tampa, Florida (d. 2021)
1961 Highlights
About October 17, 1961
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 3 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Runaround Sue - Dion
#1 Song: Walkin' Back To Happiness - Helen Shapiro
