What Happened on February 9, 1964

Historical Events

  • G.I. Joe “action figure” introduced at the American International Toy Fair in New York
  • Hanumant Singh scores 105 India v England on debut at Delhi
  • IX Winter Olympic Games close in Innsbruck, Austria
  • NYC news anchor Jim Jenson's 1st appearance on WCBS-TV

Famous Birthdays

  • Rachel Bolan [James Southworth], American musician and songwriter (Skid Row), born in Point Pleasant, New Jersey

Famous Deaths

  • Willie Bryant, American jazz singer, bandleader, and disc jockey (Sugar Hill Times), dies of a heart attack at 55
Died in 1964 1964 Highlights

About February 9, 1964

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 60 years, 6 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Want To Hold Your Hand - The Beatles
  • UK #1 Song: Needles And Pins - Searchers


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