Historical Events
- 1st French underground nuclear test in the Sahara at Ecker, Algeria
Event of Interest
JFK authorizes Area Redevelopment Act (ARA)
Famous Birthdays
- Gary Clark, American NFL wide receiver, 1984-95 (Super Bowl 1987, 91; Washington Redskins; Pro Bowl 1986, 87, 90, 91; All-Pro 1986, 87, 91), born in Radford, Virginia
- Paula Weishoff, American volleyballer (Olympic silver 1984, bronze 1992), born in Hollywood, California
About May 1, 1962
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 61 years, 1 month and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Soldier Boy - The Shirelles
#1 Song: Wonderful Land - The Shadows
