Monday March 12, 1962: on this day

March 12, 1962 was the 71st day of the year 1962, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Monday.

Is March 12, 1962 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 12, 1962, who was born and died on March 12, 1962, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 12, 1962, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hey! Baby by Bruce Channel), movies (e.g. Sweet Bird of Youth, directed by Richard Brooks), TV series (e.g. Benny Hill) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 12th, 1962 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 12, 1962?


March 12, 1962 was a Monday and it was the 71st day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 12, 1962 can also be written as 3/12/1962 in the US and as 12/3/1962 in UK and Europe.

March 12, 1962 in March 1962 calendar

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March 12, 1962: What happened on that day?


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March 12, 1962: What were the magazines covers that day?

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March 12, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 12th 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 12, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 12, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on March 12th, 1962 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 12, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 12, 1962 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 12, 1962 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 12, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 50% full, rising at 10:29 am and setting at 01:13 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 19, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Mar 21, 1962.

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Who was born on March 12, 1962?


Famous people born on March 12, 1962:

  • Julia Campbell
    Julia Campbell

    American actress.

  • Endi Barto

    Pioneering computer scientist in the field of artificial intelligence.

  • Darryl Strawberry

    Darryl strawberry is a former professional baseball player known for his career with the new york mets and new york yankees, as well as his...

  • Cormick O'Brien

    Irish politician who served as a member of the European Parliament.

  • Guerry Peveto

    Talented sculptor specializing in contemporary art installations.

  • Daliya Shah

    Pakistani politician who served as a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan.

  • Neldon Olson

    Neldon Olson is an American businessman and philanthropist known for his charitable work and investments in various industries.

  • Naomi Wolfe

    Feminist author and journalist known for her works on women's rights and social issues.

  • Eldridge Díaz

    Eldridge Díaz is a respected politician known for his advocacy for social justice and equality.

  • Javier Armentia

    Spanish astronomer known for his research on galaxies.

  • Andreas Köpke

    German footballer.

  • Chris Sanders

    American illustrator and voice actor.

  • Darryl Strawberry in Los Angeles

    California, usa; right fielder (new york mets, los angeles dodgers, new york yankees).

  • Matt Mead

    Politician.

  • Gunde Svan

    Long jumper in swedish (1984, 1988 olympics - gold medalist).

  • Aleksandr Potashov

    Belarusian race walker.

  • Titus Welliver
  • Marcello Bartalini

Whose famous birthday is on March 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 12th:

  • Courtney B. Vance
    Courtney B. Vance

    Courtney b. vance is an american actor known for his roles in movies and tv shows such as the people v. o.j.

  • Jaimie Alexander
    Jaimie Alexander

    Jaimie alexander is an american actress known for her role as lady sif in the marvel cinematic universe.

  • Barbara Feldon
    Barbara Feldon

    Barbara feldon is an american actress and model best known for her role as agent 99 in the television series get smart.

  • Ron Jeremy
    Ron Jeremy

    American entertainer, most famous as a porn star.

  • Al Jarreau
    Al Jarreau

    American jazz singer.

  • Jessie Matthews
    Jessie Matthews

    Jessie matthews was a british actress and singer known for her performances in musical films and stage productions during the 1920s and...

  • Marlon Jackson
    Marlon Jackson

    American musician and singer (the jackson 5).

  • Gordon MacRae
    Gordon MacRae

    American singer and actor, who was a well-known musical comedy star in the 1950s.

  • Jason Beghe
    Jason Beghe

    American actor and critic.

  • Googie Withers
    Googie Withers

    Karachi, india -- actress (1 our aircraft is lost).

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March 12, 1962: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 62 years and 7 days old,

or 744 months and 7 days old,

or 3236 weeks and 1 day old,

or 22653 days old,

if you were born on March 12, 1962.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 12, 1962?

There are 358 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday March 12th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 12, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 12, 1962.

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March 12, 1962: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 12, 1962:

  • Edoardo Torre

What famous deaths happened on March 12th?

Famous deaths on March 12th:

  • John Cazale
    John Cazale

    Actor (dog day afternoon, deer hunter), dies at 41.

  • Lynne Thigpen
    Lynne Thigpen

    Talented American actress known for her roles in various films and television shows.

  • Belinda Lee
    Belinda Lee

    An english actress who is often portrayed as a "sexy blonde" in supporting roles in benny hill's film "who done it?" (1956).

  • Maurice Evans
    Maurice Evans

    English screenwriter and producer of actors (d. 1989).

  • Josephine Hull
    Josephine Hull

    American actress and director (d.57).

  • Edras Miguel

    Renowned poet known for his lyrical works.

  • Beatrice Wood

    Renowned ceramic artist known for her whimsical and colorful pottery.

  • Gayna Millican

    Renowned actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Romare Bearden

    Renowned African-American artist known for his collages and photomontages.

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March 12, 1962: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 12, 1962:

  • Ancient Latvia - Gregoru Diena observed.
  • Flag Day in Venezuela.
  • "National Day" of the Republic of Jamtland
  • Sweden - Namesday of Crown Princess Victoria, an Official Flag Day.
  • Mauritius - National Day.
  • St. Justina
  • St. Jozefina
  • Roman Catholic Church - Feast day of: St. Theophanes the Confessor
  • Arbor Day in China.
  • St. Maximilian
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March 12, 1962: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 12, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 12th and March 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 12, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 12, 1962 was Hey! Baby by Bruce Channel, according to the music chart for the week March 12th and March 18th.

March 12, 1962: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 12, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 12th and March 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hey! Baby
  2. - Midnight In Moscow
  3. - Don't Break The Heart That Loves You
  4. - Let Me In
  5. - Duke Of Earl

March 12, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 12, 1962 was Can't Help Falling In Love / Rock-A-Hula Baby by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week March 12th and March 18th.

March 12, 1962: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 12, 1962 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 12th and March 18th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Can't Help Falling In Love / Rock-A-Hula Baby
  2. - Wonderful Land
  3. - Tell Me What He Said
  4. - The Young Ones
  5. - Let's Twist Again

March 12, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 12, 1962 was Duke Of Earl by Gene Chandler, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 12th and March 18th.

March 12, 1962: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 12, 1962 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 12th and March 18th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Duke Of Earl
  2. - Hey! Baby
  3. - Twistin' The Night Away
  4. - Let Me In
  5. - I'm Blue (The Gong-Gong Song)

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March 12, 1962: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 12, 1962 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Sweet Bird of Youth

Sweet Bird of Youth

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Richard Brooks

Starring: Paul Newman, Geraldine Page, Shirley Knight, Ed Begley

Country: United States of America

Hitler

Hitler

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Stuart Heisler

Starring: Richard Basehart, Maria Emo, Cordula Trantow, Martin Kosleck

Rome Adventure

Rome Adventure

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Delmer Daves

Starring: Troy Donahue, Suzanne Pleshette, Rossano Brazzi, Angie Dickinson

Knife in the Water

Knife in the Water

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Roman Polanski

Starring: Leon Niemczyk, Jolanta Umecka, Zygmunt Malanowicz, Anna Ciepielewska

Country: United States of America

Premature Burial

Premature Burial

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Roger Corman

Starring: Ray Milland, Hazel Court, Richard Ney, Heather Angel

March 12, 1962: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 12, 1962 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Benny Hill

Benny Hill

Release year: 1962

Starring: Benny Hill, Graham Stark

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Space Angel

Space Angel

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Dick Darley

On the Road

On the Road

Release year: 1962

Directed by: Walter Salles

Steptoe and Son

Steptoe and Son

Release year: 1961

Starring: Wilfrid Brambell, Harry H. Corbett

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Diver Dan

Diver Dan

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Various

March 12, 1962: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 12, 1962 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Bull From The Sea by Mary Renault

The Bull From The Sea

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The Bull from the Sea retells the story of Theseus, the brave youth who defeated the Minotaur and became king. This legend brought prosperity to Attica.

The Coming Fury by Bruce Catton

The Coming Fury

By:

Notes on dust jacket: Bruce Catton's book about the Civil War is both a wide-ranging and a comprehensive work of art.

Twilight Of Honor by Al Dewlen

Twilight Of Honor

By:

Good condition dust jacket

Before I Sleep by James Monahan

Before I Sleep

By:

Prince Souphan of Laos arrived in Lambert Field on November 30, 1959 to a proper St. Louis reception, led by the deputy mayor and head of the board.

A Prologue To Love by Taylor Caldwell

A Prologue To Love

By:

There is always help. Amy said that God is always there. "I'm ashamed. He was the only one I had forgotten about. She was silent for a while.

March 12, 1962: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 12, 1962 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Spacewar!

Spacewar!

Platform: PDP-1

Genre: Space combat simulation

history

Who was the US President on March 12, 1962?

On March 12, 1962 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 12, 1962?

On March 12, 1962 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 12, 1962?

On March 12, 1962 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about March 12th?

March 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th 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 12th, such as:

  • 2019 - Boeing 737 max 8 grounded: all boeing 737 max 8 aircraft were grounded by the european union, india, malaysia and singapore. with 40% of the global fleet now grounded, indonesia, china, and several other airlines also grounding their aircraft yesterday, this means that 40% of the global fleet has been grounded. boeing claims that they will release a software update within the next few weeks.
  • 2018 - Apple inc. acquires texture digital magazine subscription app texture, for an undisclosed amount.
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: tahrir al-sham is al-qaeda's branch within syria. it claims responsibility for the twin bombings in damascus yesterday that left many dead.

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What happened in 1962?

1962 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Battles on Chinese and Indies boundary
  • 32nd French Mens Tennis: Rod Laver beats Roy Emerson
  • Ground is broken for the Houston Astrodome

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What was the calendar for March 1962?

March 1962 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.

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Monday March 12, 1962