Historical Events
- Philadelphia NBA franchise changes name from 'Nationals' to the '76ers', based on US Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia in 1776
Famous Birthdays
- Charles Ingram, English former British Army major known for cheating on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, born in Derbyshire, England
- Jamie Kensit, British pop singer (Eighth Wonder - "I'm Not Scared"), born in Lambeth, London
- Kimberley Conrad, American Playboy model (January 1988, Playmate of the year 1989) who married Hugh Hefner, born in Moulton, Alabama
- Thomas Bohrer, US West Islip NY, rower (Olympic-92)
- [Michael] Tony Dees, Pascagoula Miss, hurdler
Famous Deaths
- Tom Keene, American actor (Our Daily Bread), dies of cancer at 68
1963 Highlights
About August 6, 1963
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 7 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Fingertips - Pt 2 - Little Stevie Wonder
#1 Song: Sweets For My Sweet - Searchers
