Famous Birthdays
- Alberto Tomba, Italian skier (Olympic gold - 1988, 1992), born in San Lazzaro di Savena, Bologna, Italy
- Courtney Griffin, CFL defensive back (Winnipeg Blue Bombers)
- Eric Weinrich, Roanoke, NHL defenseman (Chicago Blackhawks)
- Rajesh Chauhan, cricket spin bowler (21 Tests; 47 wickets; 35 ODIs), born in Ranchi, India
- Robert MacNaughton, American actor (ET), born in NYC, New York
- Roberto Beam, soccer player (Vitesse/MVV)
Famous Deaths
- Ehm Welk [Thomas Trimm], German writer, dies at 82
1966 Highlights
About December 19, 1966
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 5 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Winchester Cathedral - The New Vaudeville Band
#1 Song: Green Green Grass Of Home - Tom Jones