Today, on 2 May in Elvis History

Elvis performed at the Chicago Stadium, Chicago, Illinois.

Elvis performed at the High School, Baton Rouge, Louisiana at 7:00 and 9:00 p.m.

Principal photography began for G.I. Blues.

Elvis spent the weekend in Palm Springs.

Elvis spent most of the next 3 weeks in his new Palm Springs home. During this time he watched 16 mm prints of several films, including Citizen Kane.

Elvis performed at the Omni, Atlanta, Georgia.