Historical Events, Birthdays and Deaths in 1962

1961 1963

What Happened This Year 1962

All Events 119 Births 576 Deaths 173

People Who Died in 1962

G. M. Trevelyan

Historian and academic of British history

Born

February 16th, 1876 149 years ago

Died

1962 63 years ago — 86 years old

Engaged in historical writing and scholarship, contributing significantly to the understanding of British history through extensive works. Served as a professor and maintained an influential presence in historical academia. Authored several notable books, which examined major historical periods and events. Involved in various educational and scholarly activities, influencing historical thought and study.

C. Wright Mills

American sociologist and author of 'The Sociological Imagination'

Born

August 28th, 1916 108 years ago

Died

1962 63 years ago — 46 years old

Born in 1916, a prominent American sociologist focused on the interplay between individual experiences and broader social forces. Utilized the term 'sociological imagination' to encourage understanding of societal structures and their effects on personal lives. Authored several influential books, including 'The Power Elite' and 'White Collar'. Contributed scholarly work on social stratification and bureaucratic structures in modern society. His writings often criticized the limitations of existing sociological methods and advocated for a more critical perspective on social issues.