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What Happened on June 2, 1959

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Allen Ginsberg writes his poem "Lysergic Acid", San Francisco

Famous Birthdays

  • Lydia Lunch [Koch], American punk rock guitarist, singer (Teenage Jesus and the Jerks), actress, and poet, born in Rochester, New York

Famous Deaths

  • Max Rousié, French rugby footballer, dies in a car crash at 46
Died in 1959 1959 Highlights

About June 2, 1959

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 65 years, 1 month and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Battle Of New Orleans - Johnny Horton
  • UK #1 Song: A Fool Such As I/I Need Your Love Tonight - Elvis Presley