Sunday May 15, 1966: on this day

May 15, 1966 was the 135th day of the year 1966, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 15, 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 May 15, 1966, who was born and died on May 15, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 15, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. Monday, Monday by The Mamas & The Papas), movies (e.g. Au Hasard Balthazar, directed by Robert Bresson), TV series (e.g. Canvas) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 15th, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 15, 1966?


May 15, 1966 was a Sunday and it was the 135th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 1966 can also be written as 5/15/1966 in the US and as 15/5/1966 in UK and Europe.

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May 15, 1966: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 15, 1966:

  • Clifford ann creed wins lpga dallas civitan golf invitational.
  • Browse newspapers headlines from May 15, 1966
  • After a policy dispute, prime minister nguyen cao ky of south vietnam's ruling junta launches a military attack on the forces of general ton that dinh, forcing him to abandon his command.

May 15, 1966: What were the magazines covers that day?

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May 15, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th 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 15, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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May 15, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 15, 1966 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 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 May 15, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 12% full, rising at 03:36 am and setting at 04:22 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 04, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Jun 03, 1966.

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Who was born on May 15, 1966?


Famous people born on May 15, 1966:

  • Greg Wise
    Greg Wise

    Greg wise is a british actor known for his roles in movies such as sense and sensibility and the crown.

  • Mak Yan Yan

    Talented sculptor specializing in contemporary art.

  • Roi Holzman

    Known for contributions to the field of cognitive psychology.

  • Orla Guerin

    Irish journalist and BBC correspondent known for her reporting from conflict zones.

  • Alix Bosco

    Alix Bosco is a celebrated painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Rocco Mazzeo

    Italian mathematician specializing in differential geometry.

  • Darleen Bailey Beard

    American children's author and illustrator of the popular series 'The Pinkaboos'.

  • Jiří Němec

    Czech footballer.

  • Pete Wiggs

    Saint etienne is an english keyboard player, songwriter and producer.

  • Raphael Saadiq

    Musician.

  • Paul Ysebaert in Sarnia

    Ontario, canada; nhl left-wing (tampa bay lightning).

  • Sommore
  • Ézio
  • Sofia Wistam
  • Frédérick Raynal
  • Gianluca Buonanno
  • Carlos Navarro
  • Igor' Konašenkov

Whose famous birthday is on May 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 15th:

  • Madhuri Dixit
    Madhuri Dixit

    Madhuri dixit is an indian actress known for her iconic performances in bollywood films such as dil to pagal hai, devdas, and hum aapke hain...

  • L. Frank Baum
    L. Frank Baum

    L.

  • Andy Murray
    Andy Murray

    Scottish professional tennis player, ranked no.

  • James Mason
    James Mason

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Ayub Khan
    Ayub Khan

    Ayub khan was a pakistani statesman who served as the second president of pakistan, known for his military dictatorship and economic...

  • Jamie-Lynn Sigler
    Jamie-Lynn Sigler

    Jamie-lynn sigler is an american actress and singer best known for her role as meadow soprano on the television series the sopranos.

  • Madeleine Albright
    Madeleine Albright

    Czech-american political scientist, government employee, and the first woman to be named secretary of state in december 1996.

  • Ursula Thiess
    Ursula Thiess

    German actress who has been seen onscreen since 1953, in leading roles in mainly german films.

  • Chazz Palminteri
    Chazz Palminteri

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Joseph Cotten
    Joseph Cotten

    American actor on the radio, film and stage.

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May 15, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 57 years 10 months old,

or 694 months and 4 days old,

or 3018 weeks and 2 days old,

or 21128 days old,

if you were born on May 15, 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 May 15, 1966?

There are 57 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 15, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 15, 1966.

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May 15, 1966: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 15, 1966:

  • Maximiliano Hernández Martínez
  • Germano Mian
  • Venceslau Brás
  • Kathryn Forbes

What famous deaths happened on May 15th?

Famous deaths on May 15th:

  • June Carter Cash
    June Carter Cash

    American singer and musician (born 1929).

  • Fred Willard
    Fred Willard

    Fred willard is an american comedian known for his roles in comedic films and tv shows, including 'anchorman' and 'best in show'.

  • Gilbert Roland
    Gilbert Roland

    Mexican-american actor armand in camille, who was born 1905, dies.

  • Tyrone Guthrie
    Tyrone Guthrie

    British producer, director, and writer (born 1900).

  • Wynne Gibson
    Wynne Gibson

    Actor (night after night, aggie appleby).

  • Andrew Duggan
    Andrew Duggan

    Actor (jigsaw firehouse), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 64.

  • Tomio Hara

    Legendary Japanese baseball pitcher.

  • Ahmeer Al-Farsi

    Renowned diplomat who played a key role in peace negotiations in the Middle East.

  • Kazimir Malevich

    Renowned Russian avant-garde artist known for founding the Suprematist movement.

  • Evella Dickinson

    Evella Dickinson was an American poet known for her innovative use of form and her exploration of themes such as death, nature, and the...

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May 15, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 15, 1966:

  • Paraguay - Independence Day. Celebrations for the anniversary of the independence begin on Flag Day, 14 May.
  • Nakba Day in Palestinian communities.
  • Roman Empire - Mercuralia in honor of Mercury held.
  • International day of climate changes.
  • International conscientious objectors' day.
  • Buddha's Birthday in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau and South Korea (2005).
  • United States - Peace Officers Memorial Day.
  • International day of families.
  • Teacher's Day in Mexico (Dfa del Maestro) and South Korea (??? ?).
  • Slovenia - Day of Slovenian armed forces.

Saints celebrated on May 15, 1966:

  • Saint Dymphna
  • Saint Achillius
  • Saint Gerebern
  • Saint Isidore the Labourer
  • Saint Jean-Baptiste de la Salle
  • Saint Reticius
  • Saint Denise
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May 15, 1966: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 15, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 9th and May 15th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 15, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 1966 was Monday, Monday by The Mamas & The Papas, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 15, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 15, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 9th and May 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Monday, Monday
  2. - Good Lovin'
  3. - Rainy Day Women #12 & 35
  4. - Kicks
  5. - Sloop John B

May 15, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 1966 was Pretty Flamingo by Manfred Mann, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 15, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 15, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 9th and May 15th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Pretty Flamingo
  2. - Daydream
  3. - Sloop John B
  4. - Paint It, Black
  5. - Wild Thing

May 15, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 1966 was When A Man Loves A Woman by Percy Sledge, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

May 15, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 15, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 9th and May 15th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - When A Man Loves A Woman
  2. - She Blew A Good Thing
  3. - Hold On! I'm A Comin'
  4. - Wang Dang Doodle
  5. - Get Ready

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May 15, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 15, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Au Hasard Balthazar

Au Hasard Balthazar

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Robert Bresson

Starring: Anne Wiazemsky, Walter Green, François Lafarge, Jean-Claude Guilbert

Country: United States of America

Seconds

Seconds

Release year: 1966

Directed by: John Frankenheimer

Starring: Rock Hudson, Frank Campanella, John Randolph, Frances Reid

Country: United States of America

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

May 15, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 15, 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:

Canvas

Canvas

Release year: 1966

Directed by: Joseph Greco

May 15, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 15, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Thousand Days by Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr

A Thousand Days

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Arthur Schlesinger, the president's special assistant, witnessed firsthand the personalities and politics that influenced the Kennedy administration.

Up The Down Staircase by Bel Kaufman

Up The Down Staircase

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Bel Kaufman's Up the Down Staircase, one of the most beloved novels of all time, is among the most loved. It has been translated in sixteen languages and made into a prize-winning motion movie. The play was staged at high …

Unsafe At Any Speed by Ralph Nader

Unsafe At Any Speed

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Ralph Nader's classic book on the Corviar. 1965 Unsafe at all speeds is the complete story about how cars kill and why automobile manufacturers failed.

The Proud Tower by Barbara W. Tuchman

The Proud Tower

By:

"The diplomatic origins of the War, so-called are only the fever chart for the patient. They do not reveal what caused the fever.

Tell No Man by Adela Rogers St. Johns

Tell No Man

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Who was the US President on May 15, 1966?

On May 15, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 15, 1966?

On May 15, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 15, 1966?

On May 15, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about May 15th?

May 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th 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 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - In an ambush close to the malian border, at least 17 niger armed forces soldiers were killed by militants. six more soldiers have been evacuated to hospital, while 11 others are still missing. none of the groups has claimed responsibility.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the israeli army reported that around 4,000 palestinians are protesting at five locations near the gaza border. they were throwing molotov cocktails at soldiers and setting fire to cars. two protesters are killed by the israeli army. more than 100 others are injured or injures by live fire and teargas.
  • 2017 - Western digital files an arbitration appeal to stop toshiba memory, its chip-making partner, from selling toshiba memory.

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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 May 1966?

May 1966 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.

Discover how May 1966 calendar looked like.

Sunday May 15, 1966