Historical Events
- France performs nuclear test at Mururoa atoll
- Johnny Miller becomes 1st New York Yankee to hit a HR on his 1st MLB at bat; his 2nd HR came on his final MLB at bat in 1969
TV Show Appearance
Rolling Stones 4th appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show"; perform 3 songs, including "Paint It Black"
1966 History
Famous Birthdays
- Princess Akishino, Japanese Imperial Family, born in Suruga-ku, Shizuoka, Japan
- Richard Harvey, American NFL linebacker (New Orleans Saints), born in Pascagoula, Mississippi
Famous Deaths
- Charlie Cantor, American radio and television actor (The Fred Allen Show - "Socrates Mulligan"; The Jack Benny Program -"Logan Jerkfinkel"), dies at 68
- Collett E. Woolman, American airline founder (Delta Air Service), dies at 76
About September 11, 1966
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 8 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: You Can't Hurry Love - The Supremes
#1 Song: All Or Nothing - Small Faces