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March 11, 1960 was the 71st day of the year 1960, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.
Is March 11, 1960 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 11, 1960, who was born and died on March 11, 1960, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 11, 1960, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith), movies (e.g. La notte, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni), TV series (e.g. Strife) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 11th, 1960 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was March 11, 1960?
- March 11, 1960: What happened on that day?
- March 11, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- March 11, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on March 11, 1960?
- March 11, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- March 11, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
- March 11, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- March 11, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
- March 11, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- March 11, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- March 11, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on March 11, 1960?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 11, 1960?
- Who was the Pope on March 11, 1960?
What day of the week was March 11, 1960?
March 11, 1960 was a Friday and it was the 71st day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.
March 11, 1960 can also be written as 3/11/1960 in the US and as 11/3/1960 in UK and Europe.
March 11, 1960: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on March 11, 1960:
- Pioneer 5 launched into solar orbit between earth and venus.
March 11, 1960: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 11th is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.
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March 11, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 11, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on March 11th, 1960 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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March 11, 1960: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on March 11, 1960 was Full Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 11, 1960 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 March 11, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 04:27 pm and setting at 05:44 am.
The previous full moon was on Feb 12, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Mar 13, 1960.
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Who was born on March 11, 1960?
Famous people born on March 11, 1960:
- Isack Julien
Isack Julien is a British filmmaker known for his experimental and avant-garde films that explore themes of race, sexuality, and identity.
- Christophe Gans
French filmmaker, writer and producer who specializes on horror, fantasy films and videogame adaptations.
- Warwick Taylor
New zealand rugby player.
- Robert Glenister
English actor and director.
- Junichi Sato
Japanese animator and director.
Whose famous birthday is on March 11th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 11th:
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Terrence HowardTerrence howard is an american actor known for his roles in films such as hustle & flow and iron man.
![Johnny Knoxville]()
Johnny KnoxvilleAmerican comedian, actor, screenwriter, and stunt performer.
![Thora Birch]()
Thora BirchAmerican actress.
![Anton Yelchin]()
Anton YelchinAnton yelchin was a russian-american actor known for his roles in star trek and alpha dog.
![Alex Kingston]()
Alex KingstonAlex kingston is an english actress known for her role as river song in the tv series doctor who.
![Sam Donaldson]()
Sam DonaldsonAmerican television newscaster, anchor, reporter, and anchor.
![Sandra Milo]()
Sandra MiloTunisian-italian actress.
![Jeffrey Nordling]()
Jeffrey NordlingAmerican actor.
![Peter Berg]()
Peter BergAmerican screenwriter and producer of actor directors.
![Cheryl Lynn]()
Cheryl LynnAmerican singer-songwriter.
March 11, 1960: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 64 years 1 month old,
or 769 months and 16 days old,
or 3346 weeks and 1 day old,
or 23423 days old,
if you were born on March 11, 1960.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 March 11, 1960?
There are 319 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday March 11th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 11, 1960?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 11, 1960.
March 11, 1960: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on March 11, 1960:
- Adeleigh Blackwood
Adeleigh Blackwood was a renowned British scientist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
- Roy Chapman Andrews
American paleontologist and explorer (b. 1884).
- Marcelle Chantal
What famous deaths happened on March 11th?
Famous deaths on March 11th:
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Betty HuttonBattle creek, michigan -- actress (greatest show on earth).
![Geraldine Farrar]()
Geraldine FarrarAmerican singer, with an operatic voice and a strong lyric soprano.
![Vince Edwards]()
Vince EdwardsBrooklyn, new york -- actor (ben casey and matt lincoln, firehouse).
- Exander Fleming
Discovered penicillin.
- Sherburne Burnham
Known for his discovery of numerous double stars.
- Lokelani Kauanoe
Hawaiian activist and politician known for her advocacy for Native Hawaiian rights.
- Gearold Farnsworth
Gearold Farnsworth was an American inventor who is best known for his pioneering work in the development of electronic television.
- Eveleigh Nash
Renowned British author known for her novels and poetry.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 11th
March 11, 1960: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on March 11, 1960:
- Zambia - Youth Day.
- Blessed Auria
- Lesotho - Moshoeshoe Day.
- Lithuania - Reestablishment of Lithuania's Independence.
- United States - Johnny Appleseed Day, 311 Day
- Blessed John Righi
Saints celebrated on March 11, 1960:
- Saint Rosina
- Saint Alberta
- Saint Vindician
March 11, 1960: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on March 11, 1960 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 7th and March 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
March 11, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on March 11, 1960 was The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith, according to the music chart for the week March 7th and March 13th.
March 11, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on March 11, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 7th and March 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Percy Faith - The Theme From A Summer Place
- Jim Reeves - He'll Have To Go
- Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
- Bobby Rydell - Wild One
- Jack Scott - What In The World's Come Over You
March 11, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on March 11, 1960 was Running Bear by Johnny Preston, according to the music chart for the week March 7th and March 13th.
March 11, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on March 11, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 7th and March 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Johnny Preston - Running Bear
- Adam Faith - Poor Me
- Anthony Newley - Why
- Perry Como - Delaware
- Percy Faith - Theme From 'A Summer Place'
March 11, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on March 11, 1960 was Baby (You've Got What It Takes) by Dinah Washington & Brook Benton, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 7th and March 13th.
March 11, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on March 11, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 7th and March 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Dinah Washington & Brook Benton - Baby (You've Got What It Takes)
- Barrett Strong - Money (That's what I want)
- Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Lady Luck
- Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
- The Drifters - This Magic Moment
March 11, 1960: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on March 11, 1960 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
La notte
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Michelangelo Antonioni
Starring: Jeanne Moreau, Marcello Mastroianni, Monica Vitti, Bernhard Wicki
Country: United States of America
Breathless
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Jean-Luc Godard
Starring: Jean-Paul Belmondo, Jean Seberg, Daniel Boulanger, Henri-Jacques Huet
Country: United States of America
The Angry Silence
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Guy Green
Starring: Richard Attenborough, Pier Angeli, Michael Craig, Bernard Lee
A Dog of Flanders
Release year: 1960
Directed by: James B. Clark
Starring: David Ladd, Donald Crisp, Theodore Bikel, Max Croiset
A Breath of Scandal
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Michael Curtiz
Starring: Sophia Loren, Maurice Chevalier, John Gavin, Angela Lansbury
March 11, 1960: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on March 11, 1960 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Strife
Release year: 1960
Directed by: Tiffany Warren
Here Come the Girls
Release year: 1960
Hudson's Bay
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Irving Pichel
The Secret Garden
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Owen Smith
Oliver Twist
Release year: 1959
Directed by: Roman Polanski
March 11, 1960: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on March 11, 1960 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Joy Of Music
By: Leonard Bernstein
(Amadeus). This classic book is Bernstein's best collection of conversations about the meaning and wonder music. Music lovers who want to live the music they love will find this book invaluable.
Grant Moves South
By: Bruce Catton
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Bruce's Civil War history is a highly acclaimed account of the controversial Union commander and complex man who ensured the fall of the Confederacy.
Dear And Glorious Physician
By: Taylor Caldwell
The famous novel about the triumphant story that St. Luke tells. Scientist and Gospel writer. While St. Luke is today best known for writing the third Gospel of New Testament, two thousand years ago, he was Lucanus. He was a …
The War Lover
By: John Hersey
THE WAR LOVER tells the story of Buzz Morrow, a pilot who loves war and military duty. Hersey argues that wars are only possible because of men like Buzz, who enjoy them.
Who was the US President on March 11, 1960?
On March 11, 1960 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 11, 1960?
On March 11, 1960 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on March 11, 1960?
On March 11, 1960 the Pope was John XXIII.
What is special about March 11th?
March 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of March. 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 March 11th, such as:
- 2019 - Battle of baghuz fawqani: international military intervention against isil. us-backed syrian forces resume offensive on baghuz, the last enclave under isil control in syria.
- 2018 - 2017-18 south pacific cyclone season: cyclone hola made landfall in new zealand.
- 2017 - Syrian civil war: at least 40 people are killed, most of them shia iraqi pilgrims. more than 100 were injured in twin bombings in damascus' bab al-saghir.
What happened in 1960?
1960 was filled with very interesting events such as
- VP Nixon nominated for President at Republican Convention in Chicago
- Anita Lonsbrough swims world / olympic record 200m
- Mickey Wright wins LPGA Grossinger Golf Open
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What was the calendar for March 1960?
March 1960 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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.
