Historical Events
- 22nd congress of CPSU opens in Moscow
- Battle of Paris-police kill 210 Algerians
Event of Interest
NASA civilian pilot Joseph A. Walker takes X-15 to 33,100 m
Joseph A. Walker
Event of Interest
NY Museum of Modern Art hangs Henri Matisse's "Le Bateau" upside-down It wasn't corrected until December 3rd
Henri Matisse
1961 Highlights
About October 17, 1961
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 9 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Libra
