What Happened on April 5, 1964

Historical Events

  • 1st driverless trains run on London Underground

Famous Birthdays

  • Christopher "Kid" Reid, American rapper (Kid 'n Play)
  • Robert "Bob" Kaehler, Burlingame California, rower (Olympic 5th 1992, 96)
Born in 1964

Famous Deaths

Douglas MacArthurDouglas MacArthur (1880-1964)

American general in World War II (Pacific theater, Philippines) and Korea, dies at 84

1964 Highlights

About April 5, 1964

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 59 years, 1 month and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Can't Buy Me Love - The Beatles
  • UK #1 Song: Can't Buy Me Love - The Beatles