Monday August 15, 1960: on this day

August 15, 1960 was a Monday and it was the 228th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 15, 1960 can also be written as 8/15/1960 in the US and as 15/8/1960 in UK and Europe.

August 15, 1960 in August 1960 calendar

Here's what happened on August 15, 1960:

• Congo (formerly congo / brazzaville) declares independence from france
• Ufo is sighted by 3 california patrolmen
• Chicago bears beat new york giants 16-7 in toronto, ontario, canada (nfl expo).
• Joseph kittinger parachutes from a balloon over new mexico at an aititude of about 102,800 feet (31,333 meters). kittinger set unbeaten () world records for: high-altitude jump free-fall by falling 16.0 miles (25.7 kilometers) before opening his parachute and the fastest speed attained by a human being without mechanical or chemical assistance, about 982 k.p.h (614 m.p.h.). kittinger survived more or less uninjured, and he is still alive in florida as of 2012.
• The mediterranean island of cyprus receives its independence from the united kingdom.
• The newly-named band, the beatles begin a 48-night series of performances at the indra club in hamburg, germany.
• Gabon becomes independent from france.
• The trial of the american u - 2 pilot francis gary powers begins in moscow.
• Sputnik program: the soviet union launches the satellite sputnik 5, with the dogs belka and strelka (the russian for ampquotsquirrelampquot and ampquotlittle arrowampquot), 40 mice, two rats and a variety of plants. this satellite returns to earth the next day and all animals are recovered safely.

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 15th is Leo.

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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 15, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 15, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 15, 1960 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 15, 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 August 15, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 26% full, rising at 12:33 am and setting at 03:48 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1960.

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Your place in the Universe on August 15, 1960

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Famous people born on August 15, 1960:

• Ahmere Iqbal

  Ahmere Iqbal was a renowned Pakistani scientist who made significant contributions to the field of renewable energy.

• Alioune Diop

  Alioune Diop is the managing director of a major financial institution in West Africa.

• Bambi Bembenek

  Bambi Bembenek was a successful bodybuilder who made significant contributions to the sport before her passing.

• Fortunato Esposito

  Renowned computer scientist specializing in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

• Maureen "Peanut" Louie Harper in San Francisco

  California, usa; tennis player (denver-1985).

• Tommy Aldridge

  Heavy metal rocker (ozzy – "diary of a mad man").

• Ron van de Berg

  Soccer player (sparta).

• Francesco Forgione
• Fabio Cifariello Ciardi
• Masaaki Kanno
• Laurent Stefanini
• Peanut Louie
• Jean Condom
• Maria Grazia Capulli
• Alejandro Müller

Whose famous birthday is on August 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 15th:

• Jennifer Lawrence

  Academy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films like The Hunger Games, Silver Linings Playbook, and X-Men: First Class.

• Ben Affleck

  American actor.

• Debra Messing

  Debra Messing is an American actress best known for her role as Grace Adler on the TV series 'Will & Grace.

• Anthony Anderson

  Anthony anderson is an american actor and comedian known for his roles in tv shows like 'black-ish' and films like 'kangaroo jack'.

• Nino Ferrer

  Pop music songwriter and singer from italy.

• Julia Child

  American chef and author of more than nine cookbooks.

• Stieg Larsson

  Swedish journalist and writer.

• Mike Connors

  Touch connors, an american actor, was first seen on screen in 1953.

• Zeljko Ivanek

  Lujubljana, yugoslavia -- actor (mass appeal).

• Wendy Hiller

  England, united kingdom -- actresses (major barbara and david copperfield).

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 15, 1960?

There are 114 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday August 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 15, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 15, 1960.

Famous people died on August 15, 1960:

• Almighty Voice

What famous deaths happened on August 15th?

Famous deaths on August 15th:

• Jan Kiepura

  Sosnowiec (poland) -- vocalist / actor ("her wonderful lie").

• August Schellenberg

  Canadian-american actor (d. 2013.

• Paul Lukas

  Actor kim, berlin express, dies at 76 from heart failure.

• Lavante Dubois

  Lavante Dubois was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and number theory.

• Mckenleigh Avery

  Mckenleigh Avery was a renowned author known for their thought-provoking and critically acclaimed works of fiction.

• Lancer Sharma

  Lancer Sharma was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.

• Jyron Fitzgerald

  Jyron Fitzgerald was a celebrated biographer known for his insightful and meticulously researched works on influential figures in history.

• Elfida Vargas

  Elfida Vargas was a renowned Colombian poet whose work explored themes of love, nature, and social justice.

• Rahi Masoom Reza

  Renowned Indian novelist and screenwriter known for his works depicting the social and political landscape of India.

• Severus Levy

  Famous for his abstract sculptures that challenge traditional forms.

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Holidays on August 15, 1960:

• Hawaii ? Toro Nagashi (Floating Lantern Ceremony) to commemorate the end of the second world war
• Poland ? Polish Armed Forces Day
• Eastern Orthodoxy ? Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, the commemoration of the death of Mary, the mother of Jesus.
• RC Saints ? Feast day of the Assumption of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Holy Day of Obligation. Public Holiday in: Austria, Belgium, Cameroon, Chile, C(te d'Ivoire, Croatia, Cyprus, East Timor, France, Greece, India, Italy, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malta, Mauritius, Poland, Portugal, Seychelles, Slovenia and Spain.
• Acadie ? National Day
• Egypt ? Flooding of the Nile Day
• India ? Independence Day (from the United Kingdom, 1947)
• Korea ? Liberation Day
• Italy ? "Ferragosto", remembrance of an ancient Roman holiday in honor of Augustus (Feriae Augusti)
• Liechtenstein ? Liechtenstein Day

August 15, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 15, 1960 was It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 15, 1960: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 15, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Elvis Presley - It's Now Or Never
2. Brian Hyland - Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini
3. Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
4. Roy Orbison - Only The Lonely (Know The Way I Feel)
5. The Ventures - Walk -- Don't Run

August 15, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 15, 1960 was Please Don't Tease by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 15, 1960: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 15, 1960 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Cliff Richard - Please Don't Tease
2. The Shadows - Apache
3. Johnny Kidd & The Pirates - Shakin' All Over
4. Elvis Presley - Mess Of Blues
5. Duane Eddy - Because They're Young

August 15, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 15, 1960 was A Woman, A Lover, A Friend by Jackie Wilson, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

August 15, 1960: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 15, 1960 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week August 15th and August 21st. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

1. Jackie Wilson - A Woman, A Lover, A Friend
2. Ike & Tina Turner - A Fool In Love
3. Fats Domino - Walking To New Orleans
4. Chubby Checker - The Twist
5. Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Question