60 Years Ago
On June 12, 1964, this South African activist was found guilty for sabotage (among counts of leaving without a passport and inciting to trespass laws) and sentenced to life imprisonment.
Who is Nelson Mandela?
This famous actor and musician is Craig's second cousin once removed.
This famous baseball player hit 60 home runs in 1927, which remained the record for home runs in a season until Roger Maris hit 61 in 1961
Who is Babe Ruth?
On January 17, this former first lady was born in Chicago, IL. She would later fight against childhood obesity with her "Let's Move!" initiative.
Who is Michelle Obama?
On June 29, 1964, after an 83 day filibuster, this bill was passed in the US Senate (and later signed into law by President Johnson).
What is the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
This famous racing competition is held at "Churchill Downs."
What is the Kentucky Derby?
This religious teacher, who founded the world's fourth largest religion, had 60 disciples.
Who is The Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama)?
On January 12, 1964, this entrepreneur and billionaire was born, he would later become the CEO of a very successful Seattle-based company.
Who is Jeff Bezos?
On January 11, 1964, US Surgeon General Luther Terry published the first government report warning that this may be hazardous.
What is smoking cigarettes?
This film is a biopic of the former UK Prime Minister who everyone assumes we're related to.
What is the "Darkest Hour"?
What is the Chinese calendar?
On September 2, 1964, this actor was born in Beirut, Lebanon. He would later play "Neo" in a famous Sci-fi trilogy.
Who is Keanu Reeves?
On June 1, 1964, this East African country became a republic while remaining in the Commonwealth.
What is Kenya?
This Canadian province is where the town of Churchill, also known as the "Polar Bear Capital of the World" is found.
What is Manitoba?
The US Route 60 spans from this State on the East Coast to Southwestern Arizona in the West.
What is Virginia?
On June 5, 1964, this popular fantasy author was born in San Antonio, TX. He would garner popularity after releasing "The Lighting Thief" in 2005.
Who is Rick Riordan?
On February 9, 1964, this Sunday night staple hosted the Beatles, to an audience of 73.7 Million. This was the blockbuster band's first television appearance in the United States.
What is "The Ed Sullivan Show"
This state capital is where the "Church Hill" neighborhood can be found, on the bank of the James River.
What is Richmond, VA?
This country's calling code is "+60".
What is Malaysia?
On May 26, 1964, this funk and rock artist was born in New York City. He initially rose to fame for his cover of The Guess Who's "American Woman." Also an actor, he is known for playing "Cinna" in the Hunger Games films. His daughter is also famous.
Who is Lenny Kravitz?