Wednesday August 10, 1966: on this day

August 10, 1966 was the 222nd day of the year 1966, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is August 10, 1966 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 10, 1966, who was born and died on August 10, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 10, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. Summer In The City by The Lovin' Spoonful), movies (e.g. Juan Colorado, directed by Miguel Zacarías), TV series (e.g. Chain Letter) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 10th, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 10, 1966?


August 10, 1966 was a Wednesday and it was the 222nd day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 10, 1966 can also be written as 8/10/1966 in the US and as 10/8/1966 in UK and Europe.

August 10, 1966 in August 1966 calendar

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August 10, 1966: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 10, 1966:

  • First lunar orbiter launched by us.
  • Daylight meteor seen from utah to canada. only known case of a meteor entering the earth's atmosphere and leaving it again.
  • Us treasury department announces it will print no more $2 notes.
  • The heron road bridge collapses while being built, killing nine workers in the deadliest construction accident in both ottawa and ontario.

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August 10, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 10th is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 10, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 10, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on August 10th, 1966 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 10, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 10, 1966 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 10, 1966 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on August 10, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 12:01 am and setting at 04:08 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 01, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Aug 31, 1966.

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Who was born on August 10, 1966?


Famous people born on August 10, 1966:

  • Hansi Kürsch

    German singer-songwriter and bass player (blind guardian and demons and wizards).

  • Marina Berlusconi

    Italian businesswoman from a prominent family.

  • Hossam Hassan

    Egyptian footballer and manager.

  • Charlie Dimmock

    English television host and gardener.

  • Lars Feld

    Economist.

  • Linn Ullmann

    Author.

  • Gerald Williams

    New orleans, louisiana -- outfielder (new york yankees).

  • Eric Hélary
  • David Reynolds
  • André Sogliuzzo
  • Giovanni Colella
  • Catena Fiorello
  • Ibrahim Hassan
  • Donald Lu
  • Hernán Montenegro

Whose famous birthday is on August 10th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 10th:

  • Mahesh Babu
    Mahesh Babu

    Mahesh babu is a prominent indian actor known for his work in telugu cinema.

  • Justin Theroux
    Justin Theroux

    Justin theroux is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like the leftovers and films like mulholland drive and the girl on the...

  • Antonio Banderas
    Antonio Banderas

    He was a spanish actor who became a well-known leading man in spanish films.

  • Norma Shearer
    Norma Shearer

    Norma Shearer was a Canadian-American actress who was popular in the 1920s and 1930s.

  • Rosanna Arquette
    Rosanna Arquette

    American actress, born to a family of three generations liberal actors.

  • Angie Harmon
    Angie Harmon

    Angie harmon is an american actress and model known for her roles in tv shows such as law & order and rizzoli & isles.

  • Devon Aoki
    Devon Aoki

    Devon Aoki is a well-known model and actress.

  • Eddie Fisher
    Eddie Fisher

    American crooner from the 1950's.

  • Rhonda Fleming
    Rhonda Fleming

    American actress.

  • Diane Venora
    Diane Venora

    American actress.

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August 10, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 57 years 7 months old,

or 691 months and 18 days old,

or 3007 weeks and 1 day old,

or 21050 days old,

if you were born on August 10, 1966.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 10, 1966?

There are 135 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 10th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 10, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 10, 1966.

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August 10, 1966: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 10, 1966:

  • Aster Berkhof

    Dutch author and theologian known for his literary works.

  • Felix A Vening Meinesz

    At 79, geophysicist (black power) dies.

  • Jacobus C Bloem

    Poet (cinders).

  • Uco van Wijk
  • Chuck Dressen
  • Ivano Ricci

What famous deaths happened on August 10th?

Famous deaths on August 10th:

  • Isaac Hayes
    Isaac Hayes

    American singer, composer and black performer.

  • Raquel Torres
    Raquel Torres

    Raquel Torres was a Mexican-American actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the 1920s and 1930s.

  • Dick Foran
    Dick Foran

    Flemington (new jersey) -- actor (ok crackerby).

  • Rex Cherryman
    Rex Cherryman

    American actor (born 1897).

  • Laylin Olsen

    Bestselling author of several acclaimed novels.

  • Zema Williams

    Legendary wrestler who made a mark in the wrestling world.

  • Sayeed Abubakar

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical verses.

  • Alleta Jacobs

    Dutch suffragette and author known for her feminist writings.

  • Lysbeth de Vos

    Notable chemist known for her groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

  • Jemina Boone

    Wife of famous frontiersman Daniel Boone.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on August 10th

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August 10, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 10, 1966:

  • Roman festivals - Opalia, festival in honor of Ops
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 3 saints: St. Laurence
  • Prisoner's Justice Day - Canada.
  • Independence Day in Ecuador -- Movement began in Quito in 1809. Independence not achieved till May 1822.
  • St. Deusdedit
  • Ancient Latvia - Labrenca Diena held
  • St. Blaan
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August 10, 1966: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 10, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 8th and August 14th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 10, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 10, 1966 was Summer In The City by The Lovin' Spoonful, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

August 10, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 10, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Summer In The City
  2. - Lil' Red Riding Hood
  3. - They're Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa!
  4. - Wild Thing
  5. - The Pied Piper

August 10, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 10, 1966 was With A Girl Like You by Troggs, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

August 10, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 10, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - With A Girl Like You
  2. - Yellow Submarine / Eleanor Rigby
  3. - God Only Knows
  4. - Out Of Time
  5. - Black Is Black

August 10, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 10, 1966 was Ain't Too Proud To Beg by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

August 10, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 10, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 8th and August 14th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Ain't Too Proud To Beg
  2. - Open The Door To Your Heart
  3. - Blowin In The Wind
  4. - Sunny
  5. - Let's Go Get Stoned

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August 10, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 10, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Juan Colorado

Juan Colorado

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Miguel Zacarías

Starring: Antonio Aguilar, María Duval, Elsa Cárdenas, Flor Silvestre

Arizona Colt

Arizona Colt

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Michele Lupo

Starring: Giuliano Gemma, Rosalba Neri, Fernando Sancho, Pietro Tordi, Valentino Macchi, Pietro Martellanza, Andrea Bosic, Gianni Solaro, Roberto Camardiel, Mirko Ellis, Renato Chiantoni, Tom Felleghy

Country: Italy

Requiescant

Requiescant

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Carlo Lizzani

Starring: Pier Paolo Pasolini, Ninetto Davoli, Franco Citti, Lorenza Guerrieri, Lou Castel, Massimo Sarchielli, Jacques Stany, Vittorio Duse, Mark Damon, Barbara Frey, Nino Musco, Rossana Martini

Country: Italy

Johnny Yuma

Johnny Yuma

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Romolo Guerrieri

Starring: Rosalba Neri, Luigi Vannucchi, Dada Gallotti, Mark Damon, Gianni Solaro, Mirella Pamphili, Ferdinando Poggi, Franco Lantieri, Lawrence Dobkin

Country: Italy

Johnny Yuma

Johnny Yuma

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Romolo Guerrieri

Starring: Mark Damon, Lawrence Dobkin, Rosalba Neri, Luigi Vannucchi

August 10, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 10, 1966 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Chain Letter

Chain Letter

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Deon Taylor

August 10, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 10, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Crusades by Zoe Oldenbourg

The Crusades

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THE CRUSADES is unlike any other work. It clarifies many things that have been unclear about this mysterious, but often talked about, movement. This is a thrilling romance in the best sense.

The Embezzler by Louis Auchincloss

The Embezzler

By:

The Embezzler was first published in 1966. It uses conflicting viewpoints and narrative voices to reveal the fabled dimensions American economic history as it was understood at that time.

Tell No Man by Adela Rogers St. Johns

Tell No Man

By:

Tell no one

Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann

Valley of the Dolls

By:

The All-Time Pop Culture Classic!Dolls in red, black, capsules, tablets, or both. Anne, Neely and Jennifer can take their pills straight or have them mixed with vodka.

The Last Battle by Cornelius Ryan

The Last Battle

By:

GREAT FOR THE HISTORY BUFFF

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Who was the US President on August 10, 1966?

On August 10, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 10, 1966?

On August 10, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on August 10, 1966?

On August 10, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about August 10th?

August 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th day of the month of August. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on August 10th, such as:

  • 2018 - Ghazni offensive, war in afghanistan: the taliban launch a large-scale military offensive in an attempt to take over ghazni in the southeastern part of afghanistan. this is a provincial capital located on the kabul–kandahar highway. they take over a portion of the city.
  • 2017 - Economy of the united states: new york state's gatehouse media has announced an agreement to purchase 11 u.s. newspapers owned by morris communications, georgia. the deal includes the log cabin democrat, which was founded in 1879 and three alaskan newspapers, the juneau empire clarion, peninsula clarion, and homer news. the deal is expected close by october 2. (adweek.) dineequity announced that it will close 160 applebee's restaurants and ihop restaurants.
  • 2016 - Ukrainian crisis: russia’s federal security service (fsb), claims it has stopped two armed ukrainian incursions in crimea. at least one of the officers was killed after a "massive fight" with "sabotage terrorist" groups. the russian claims are denied by ukraine.

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What happened in 1966?

1966 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Former marine Charles Whitman kills 13 andwounds 31 at University of Texas
  • Radio Vila (New Hebrides) begins transmitting
  • S African government bans Beatle records

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What was the calendar for August 1966?

August 1966 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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Wednesday August 10, 1966