Historical Events
First African American Senator
Edward W. Brooke (Rep-R-Mass) becomes 1st African American popularly elected to the US Senate
Frank Robinson
Frank Robinson, Baltimore Orioles outfielder, selected as AL MVP,first player to win MVP in both leagues
Reagan Elected Governor
Movie actor Ronald Reagan elected Governor of California
AFL-NFL Merger
President Lyndon B. Johnson signs anti-trust immunity to AFL-NFL merger
Famous Birthdays
Gordon Ramsay (57 years old)
British chef and reality television personality, born in Johnstone, Scotland
- Michael Soles, Canadian CFL fullback (Montreal Alouettes), born in Pointe-Claire, Canada
Famous Deaths
- Bernhard Zondek, German-Israeli gynaecologist (developed 1st reliable pregnancy test), dies at 75
Died in 1966 1966 Highlights
About November 8, 1966
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 7 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Poor Side Of Town - Johnny Rivers
- #1 Song: Reach Out I'll Be There - Four Tops