October 19th (1960) was a Wednesday. It's the 292nd day of the year (293rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. There are 73 days left to the end of the year.
Historical Events for 19th October, 1960
» Cold War: The United States government imposes a United States embargo against Cuba or near-total trade embargo against Cuba, which remains in effect today.
Famous Birthdays on October 19 in 1960
» Jennifer Holliday, American actress and singer
» Susan Straight, American author
October 19th Famous Deaths for 1960
» George Wallace (Australian comedian) named George Wallace, Australian comedian, actor, and screenwriter (b. 1895)
October 19th Holidays in History
» Armilustrium (Roman Empire)
» Christian Feast Day:
» Aaron (Saint) known as Aaron (Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria named Coptic Church)
» Frithuswith or Frideswide
» Isaac Jogues, Jean de Brébeuf, and North American Martyrs called Companions
» Paul of the Cross
» Henry Martyn (Anglican Communion)
» William Carey (missionary) or William Carey (Episcopal Church (United States) or Episcopal Church)