Famous Birthdays
- Clive Eksteen, South African cricket spin bowler (7 Tests; ex-commercial manager Cricket SA), born in Johannesburg, South Africa
- Jinsei Shinzaki, Japanese pro wrestler (Michinoku Pro Wrestling; WWF, "Hakushi"), born in Tokushima, Japan
- Kelly Buchberger, Canadian NHL right wing and coach (World C'ship gold 1994; Stanley Cup 1987, 90; Edmonton Oilers), born in Langenburg, Saskatchewan
Famous Deaths
- Bertus Brouwers, Dutch mathematician and philosopher (founder of modern topology), dies at 85
Died in 1966 1966 Highlights
About December 2, 1966
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 7 months and 30 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