The Beatles interviewed during refueling stop in Darwin, Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 11 1964)


Video: 'The Beatles Talk Downunder' (June 11, 1964, at 3:14-4:28)

(Thursday, June 11, 1964, 2:35 a.m. Australian Central Standard Time) — The Beatles flew from Hong Kong to Sydney, Australia, today, stopping en route in Darwin to refuel.

Although it was an unscheduled stop, 400 fans were waiting as they landed in Darwin at 2:35 in the morning, where they were interviewed by John Edwards.