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What Happened on July 2, 1963

Historical Events

Baseball Record

SF Giants legend Willie Mays breaks up classic Juan Marichal vs Warren Spahn pitching dual, homering in 16th inning off Spahn for 1-0 win vs Milwaukee Braves

Famous Birthdays

  • Mark Kermode, English film critic, radio and TV presenter, born in London, England

Famous Deaths

  • Seth Barnes Nicholson, American astronomer who discovered four satellites of Jupiter, dies at 71
Died in 1963 1963 Highlights

About July 2, 1963

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 61 years and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Easier Said Than Done - The Essex
  • UK #1 Song: I Like It - Gerry & The Pacemakers