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August 18, 1966 was the 230th day of the year 1966, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is August 18, 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 August 18, 1966, who was born and died on August 18, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 18, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. Summer In The City by The Lovin' Spoonful), movies (e.g. Fantastic Voyage, directed by Richard Fleischer), TV series (e.g. Chain Letter) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 18th, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was August 18, 1966?
- August 18, 1966: What happened on that day?
- August 18, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- August 18, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on August 18, 1966?
- August 18, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- August 18, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
- August 18, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- August 18, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
- August 18, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- August 18, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- August 18, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on August 18, 1966?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1966?
- Who was the Pope on August 18, 1966?
What day of the week was August 18, 1966?
August 18, 1966 was a Thursday and it was the 230th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.
August 18, 1966 can also be written as 8/18/1966 in the US and as 18/8/1966 in UK and Europe.
August 18, 1966: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on August 18, 1966:
- Vietnam war: the battle of long tan occurs, when a patrol of 6th battalion, royal australian regiment encounter the viet cong.
- Vietnam war: the battle of long tan ensues after a patrol from the 6th battalion, royal australian regiment clashes with a viet cong force in phước tuy province.
August 18, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 18th is Leo.
Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.
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 18, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 18, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
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August 18, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on August 18, 1966 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 18, 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 August 18, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 18% full, rising at 08:33 am and setting at 09:56 pm.
The previous full moon was on Aug 01, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Aug 31, 1966.
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Who was born on August 18, 1966?
Famous people born on August 18, 1966:
- Victoria Laurie
Victoria Laurie is an American author of mystery and paranormal fiction, known for her Abby Cooper, Psychic Eye series.
- Charlie LeDuff
Charlie LeDuff is an American journalist and author, known for his investigative reporting and books about the decline of Detroit.
- Sarita Choudhury
Sarita choudhury is an english actress known for her roles in the films mississippi masala and kama sutra: a tale of love.
- Gustavo Charif
Argentinian producer and director.
- Steve Avery
Nfl fullback (pittsburgh steelers).
- Cees Lock of hair
Soccer player (nec).
- Kang Soo-yeon
South korean actress.
- Rodney Mullen
Athlete.
- Lars Rudolph
- Stefania Tallini
- Evgenij Ziničev
- Henry Turner
- Dino Abbrescia
- Carlo Cassa
- Piergiorgio Donatelli
- Garin Jenkins
- Cees Lok
- Laetitia Masson
Whose famous birthday is on August 18th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 18th:
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Robert RedfordAmerican actor, director, environmental activist.
![Mae West]()
Mae WestMae west was an american actress, playwright, and screenwriter known for her bawdy and witty persona, and her iconic roles in films such as...
![Kaitlin Olson]()
Kaitlin OlsonKaitlin Olson is an American actress and comedian, best known for her role as Dee Reynolds on the FX/FXX sitcom 'It's Always Sunny in...
![Patrick Swayze]()
Patrick SwayzeAmerican stage, tv and film actor, dancer, choreographer, and sex symbol.
![Edward Norton]()
Edward NortonAmerican actor, director, writer, and producer best known for his extraordinary dramatic range.
![Andy Samberg]()
Andy SambergAndy samberg is an american comedian known for his work on the comedy sketch show 'saturday night live' and for co-founding the comedy group...
![Alex Honnold]()
Alex HonnoldAlex honnold is a renowned rock climber known for his free solo ascents of big walls, particularly his historic climb of el capitan in...
![Christian Slater]()
Christian SlaterChristian slater is an american actor known for his roles in films such as heathers, true romance, and mr.
![Roman Polanski]()
Roman PolanskiFrench director of film, well-known in france and america for his works such as "chinatown" and "rosemary's baby".
![Madeleine Stowe]()
Madeleine StoweMadeleine Stowe is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'The Last of the Mohicans', 'Twelve Monkeys', and 'The General's...
August 18, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 57 years 8 months old,
or 692 months and 5 days old,
or 3009 weeks and 5 days old,
or 21068 days old,
if you were born on August 18, 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 August 18, 1966?
There are 117 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 18th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 18, 1966?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 18, 1966.
August 18, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on August 18, 1966:
- Watze Cuperus
Frisian author (struggle and blessing), is killed at 75.
- Isaac Keesing
Dutch founder (system keesing), is killed at 80.
- Louis Renou
- Otto Roettig
What famous deaths happened on August 18th?
Famous deaths on August 18th:
![Persis Khambatta]()
Persis KhambattaEast indian actress and model who made her modeling debut when she was just 13.
![Mildred Davis]()
Mildred DavisActress (haunted spooks), passes away from coronary at the age of 68.
![Robert Novak]()
Robert NovakAmerican journalist and commentator (born in 1931).
![Ben Cross]()
Ben CrossEnglish stage and film actor (b. 1947).
![John Kerr]()
John Kerr18th governor general of australia, an australian politician (d. 1991).
![Beverly Bayne]()
Beverly BayneActress (romeo & juliet: passionate youth), died at 87.
- Kafi Annan
Former UN Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
- Brigitt Haque
Pioneering journalist and human rights activist who made significant contributions to investigative journalism.
- Walter Chrysler
American industrialist who founded chrysler corporation.
- Tola Rotimi
Renowned Nigerian playwright and director.
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August 18, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on August 18, 1966:
- RC saints - Saint Helena of Constantinople,Saint Alberto Hurtado
- Buhe in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church
August 18, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on August 18, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week August 15th and August 21st. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
August 18, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on August 18, 1966 was Summer In The City by The Lovin' Spoonful, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 18, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on August 18, 1966 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:
- The Lovin' Spoonful - Summer In The City
- Bobby Hebb - Sunny
- Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs - Lil' Red Riding Hood
- The Troggs - Wild Thing
- Napoleon XIV - They're Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa!
August 18, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on August 18, 1966 was With A Girl Like You by Troggs, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 18, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on August 18, 1966 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:
- Troggs - With A Girl Like You
- The Beatles - Yellow Submarine / Eleanor Rigby
- The Beach Boys - God Only Knows
- Chris Farlowe - Out Of Time
- Los Bravos - Black Is Black
August 18, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on August 18, 1966 was Ain't Too Proud To Beg by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.
August 18, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on August 18, 1966 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:
- The Temptations - Ain't Too Proud To Beg
- Stevie Wonder - Blowin In The Wind
- Bobby Hebb - Sunny
- Darrell Banks - Open The Door To Your Heart
- Percy Sledge - Warm And Tender Love
August 18, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on August 18, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Fantastic Voyage
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Richard Fleischer
Starring: Stephen Boyd, Raquel Welch, Edmond O'Brien, Donald Pleasence
Country: United States of America
Follow Me, Boys!
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Norman Tokar
Starring: Fred MacMurray, Vera Miles, Lillian Gish, Charles Ruggles
Arizona Colt
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Michele Lupo
Starring: Giuliano Gemma, Fernando Sancho, Corinne Marchand, Nello Pazzafini
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
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
August 18, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on August 18, 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:
Chain Letter
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Deon Taylor
August 18, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on August 18, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Games People Play
By: Eric Berne
Although we think we are relating to others, in reality we are all playing games.
In Cold Blood
By: Truman Capote
National Bestseller Four members of the Clutter Family were brutally killed by blasts from a shotgun a few inches away in Holcomb, Kansas on November 15, 1959.
Saturday The Rabbi Went Hungry
By: Harry Kemelman
Rabbi Small returns to New York Times bestseller in this novel to investigate a mysterious murder on the Day of Atonement. The synagogue's sound system is on the blink the day before Yom Kippur.
Who was the US President on August 18, 1966?
On August 18, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 18, 1966?
On August 18, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 18, 1966?
On August 18, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about August 18th?
August 18th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 18th day of the month of August. 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 August 18th, such as:
- 2018 - Russian president vladimir putin attends karin kneissl, austria's foreign minister (fpo), and wolfgang malinger, a businessman.
- 2017 - Following the 2017 barcelona attacks, five terrorist suspects were killed by catalan police in cambrils. they were responding to a second van attack. although the police initially reported that the attackers were wearing explosive vests they later found out that they were fakes.
- 2016 - Conflict between kurdish and turkish kurds (2015-present). three bombings that targeted police and military killed at least 12 and left 219 people wounded in southeast turkey.
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 August 1966?
August 1966 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.
