Historical Events
Event of Interest
NASA civilian pilot Neil Armstrong takes X-15 to 63,250 m

Neil Armstrong
- New Orleans Citizens Co gives free 1-way ride to blacks to move North
- OAS-leader ex-general Salan arrested in Algiers
Famous Deaths
- Artúr Harmat, Hungarian composer, dies at 76
- Jesse G Vincent, engineer designed 1st V-12 engine, dies at 82
1962 Highlights
About April 20, 1962
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 58 years, 9 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus