Historical Events
- Demonstration for sovereign status of New Guinea in Amsterdam
- France retains the Five Nations Rugby Championship with an 11-0 win over Ireland at Stade Colombes, Paris
Election of Interest
Georges Pompidou becomes Prime Minister of France after the resignation of Michel Debré
1962 History
Famous Birthdays
- James Carpenter, American fencer-epee (Olympics 1996), born in Canton, Connecticut
- John Bell, American rock singer and guitarist (Widespread Panic - "Hope in a Hopeless World"), born in Cleveland, Ohio
About April 14, 1962
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 1 month and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Johnny Angel - Shelley Fabares
#1 Song: Wonderful Land - The Shadows
