Historical Events
- 69 killed in bus crash (Ahmedabad India)
Music History
Benjamin Britten's "War Requiem" incorporating the poems of Wilfred Owen premieres, marking the consecration of the new Coventry Cathedral
- Indianapolis 500: Rodger Ward and Len Sutton finish 1st-2nd for Leader Cards Racing; Parnelli Jones breaks 150 mph (240 km/h) barrier in qualifying
Famous Birthdays
- Jan Gunnarsson, Swedish tennis star
- John Alt, NFL tackle (KC Chiefs)
- Kevin Eastman, American comic book creator
- Tonya Pinkins, actress (Livia Frye-All My Children), born in Chicago, Illinois
About May 30, 1962
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 9 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Can't Stop Loving You - Ray Charles
#1 Song: Good Luck Charm - Elvis Presley
