Sunday May 11, 1969: on this day

May 11, 1969 was the 131st day of the year 1969, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 11, 1969 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 11, 1969, who was born and died on May 11, 1969, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 11, 1969, which were the most popular songs (ex. Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures) by The 5th Dimension), movies (e.g. Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed, directed by Terence Fisher), TV series (e.g. The Liberace Show) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 11th, 1969 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 11, 1969?


May 11, 1969 was a Sunday and it was the 131st day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 11, 1969 can also be written as 5/11/1969 in the US and as 11/5/1969 in UK and Europe.

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May 11, 1969: What happened on that day?


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May 11, 1969: What were the magazines covers that day?

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May 11, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 11th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 11, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 11, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.

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May 11, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 11, 1969 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 11, 1969 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 May 11, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 03:23 am and setting at 04:33 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 02, 1969 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1969.

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Who was born on May 11, 1969?


Famous people born on May 11, 1969:

  • Meriem Chadid

    Renowned astronomer known for her work in the field of astrophysics.

  • Mitch Healey

    Australian rugby league player and coach.

  • Simon Vroemen

    Dutch runner.

  • John Scalzi

    Author.

  • Karolyn Lonczak

    American homicide victim.

  • Amy Legacki in Terrytown

    New york, usa; 10km runner.

  • Dennis Bergkamp

    Athlete.

  • Sylvia Pantoja

Whose famous birthday is on May 11th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 11th:

  • Natasha Richardson
    Natasha Richardson

    British actress, well-known for her performances in the theatre.

  • Cory Monteith
    Cory Monteith

    Cory monteith was a canadian actor best known for his role as finn hudson on the television series glee.

  • Fred Astaire
    Fred Astaire

    Fred astaire was an american actor, dancer, and singer known for his elegant and graceful dancing in numerous hollywood musicals.

  • Laetitia Casta
    Laetitia Casta

    French corsican actress and model, found by a photographer on corsican beaches.

  • Benoît Magimel
    Benoît Magimel

    He is a french actor who started his career at the age of 14 in the film "life is a long, quiet river", directed by etienne chatillez.

  • Richard Feynman
    Richard Feynman

    American theoretical physicist, known for his contributions to the path integral formulation and quantum mechanics, the theory, and physics...

  • Holly Valance
    Holly Valance

    Holly valance is an australian pop singer and actress known for her hit single 'kiss kiss' and her role as felicity 'flick' scully on the...

  • Jeffrey Donovan
    Jeffrey Donovan

    American stage, film, and television actor.

  • Doug McClure
    Doug McClure

    American actor.

  • Jonathan Jackson
    Jonathan Jackson

    Instigator of the marin county civic center shootout, brother to black panther george jackson (born 1953).

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May 11, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 54 years 10 months old,

or 658 months and 8 days old,

or 2862 weeks and 2 days old,

or 20036 days old,

if you were born on May 11, 1969.

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 May 11, 1969?

There are 53 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday May 11th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 11, 1969?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 11, 1969.

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May 11, 1969: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on May 11th?

Famous deaths on May 11th:

  • Peggy Lipton
    Peggy Lipton

    American actress.

  • Lex Barker
    Lex Barker

    American actor, best known for his portrayal of tarzan of the apes as well as leading characters in karl may's novels.

  • Jerry Stiller
    Jerry Stiller

    American actor, comedian and producer (d. 2020).

  • Jorja Curtright
    Jorja Curtright

    Actor, whistle stop, dies from a heart attack.

  • Jean Adair
    Jean Adair

    Dies at 80.

  • Alver Aalto

    Famous architect known for his innovative designs.

  • Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe

    Ifeanyichukwu Azikiwe was the first President of Nigeria and a prominent figure in the country's independence movement.

  • Oiva Aalto

    Renowned Finnish architect known for his modernist designs.

  • Ceferino Namuncurá

    Argentinian religious leader and candidate for sainthood.

  • Milcah Mitchell

    Renowned botanist who specialized in plant genetics.

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May 11, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 11, 1969:

  • Holiday of the City of Miskolc (since 1992).
  • Blessed John Rochester
  • Feast day of the following saints in the Roman Catholic Church: Saint Mamertus, first of the Ice Saints
  • Roman Empire - Feast of the Lemures (See Larvae).

Saints celebrated on May 11, 1969:

  • Saint Francis of Girolamo
  • Saint Estella
  • Saint Odilo of Cluny
  • Saint Majolus of Cluny
  • Saint James Walworth
  • Saint Bertilla
  • Saint Gengou Gangulphus
  • Saint Gauthier of Esterp
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May 11, 1969: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 11, 1969 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 5th and May 11th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 11, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 11, 1969 was Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures) by The 5th Dimension, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 11, 1969: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 11, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures)
  2. - Hair
  3. - It's Your Thing
  4. - Hawaii Five-O
  5. - You've Made Me So Very Happy

May 11, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 11, 1969 was Get Back by Beatles With Billy Preston, according to the music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 11, 1969: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 11, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Get Back
  2. - My Sentimental Friend
  3. - Goodbye
  4. - Man Of The World
  5. - Come Back And Shake Me

May 11, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 11, 1969 was It's Your Thing by The Isley Brothers, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 5th and May 11th.

May 11, 1969: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 11, 1969 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 5th and May 11th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - It's Your Thing
  2. - The Chokin' Kind
  3. - Only The Strong Survive
  4. - I Don't Want Nobody To Give Me Nothing (Open Up The Door, I'
  5. - Cissy Strut

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May 11, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 11, 1969 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed

Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Terence Fisher

Starring: Peter Cushing, Veronica Carlson, Freddie Jones, Simon Ward

Winning

Winning

Release year: 1969

Directed by: James Goldstone

Starring: Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Robert Wagner, Richard Thomas

My Night at Maud's

My Night at Maud's

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Éric Rohmer

Starring: Jean-Louis Trintignant, Françoise Fabian, Marie-Christine Barrault, Antoine Vitez

Country: United States of America

Easy Rider

Easy Rider

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Dennis Hopper

Starring: Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper, Jack Nicholson, Antonio Mendoza

Country: United States of America

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Release year: 1969

Directed by: Barbet Schroeder

Starring: Mimsy Farmer, Klaus Grünberg, Heinz Engelmann, Michel Chanderli

Country: United States of America

May 11, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 11, 1969 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Liberace Show

The Liberace Show

Release year: 1969

Starring: Liberace, George Liberace

Country: United States of America

Dororo

Dororo

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Akihiko Shiota

May 11, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 11, 1969 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Grant Takes Command by Bruce Catton

Grant Takes Command

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This classic work of military history follows the adventures of the mysterious commander-in-chief of the Union forces during the Civil War's last year and a quarter.

The Inland Island by Josephine Winslow Johnson

The Inland Island

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The Inland Island was published originally in 1969. It is a powerful, relevant story about a woman and her farm, as well as the gradual invasion by a more automated society.

The Salzburg Connection by Helen MacInnes

The Salzburg Connection

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He requested the dispatch of two operatives with proper training to Salzburg. Extreme measures may be necessary. In 1945, their thousand-year-old empire was falling around them, and the Allies on the heels. The Nazis hidden a sealed chest in dark …

The Arms Of Krupp by William Manchester

The Arms Of Krupp

By:

From the middle of World War II to the end, the Krupp family was the most prominent German arms manufacturer. They produced artillery pieces as well as submarines that set the benchmark for effectiveness.

Except For Me And Thee by Jessamyn West

Except For Me And Thee

By:

There is a small crease near the spine for DJ. The pages are crisp and clean, and the binding is secure. Solid Book.

May 11, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 11, 1969 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Space Travel

Space Travel

Platform: Multics, GECOS, PDP-7

Genre: Simulation game

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Who was the US President on May 11, 1969?

On May 11, 1969 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 11, 1969?

On May 11, 1969 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 11, 1969?

On May 11, 1969 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about May 11th?

May 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of May. 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 May 11th, such as:

  • 2019 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). houthi forces begin to pull out of several yemeni ports including al hudaydah and as-salif. this withdrawal is part of an un-brokered ceasefire agreement that aims at ending the yemeni blockade.
  • 2018 - After six weeks of protests, the israel defense forces open fire again with tear gas and live bullets on palestinian protestors. one person has been killed, and 146 more are injured. some protestors also throw stones and burn tires.
  • 2017 - Battle of mosul: lt gen othman al-ghanmi (iraqi army chief of staff) states that his security forces are just days away from completing operation recapture mosul from isil.

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What happened in 1969?

1969 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Johnny Cash Show, debuts on ABC-TV
  • 101st Belmont: Braulio Baeza aboard Arts and Letters wins in 2:28.8
  • Tommy James and Shondells release Crystal Blue Persuasion

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What was the calendar for May 1969?

May 1969 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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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