Friday March 20, 1953: on this day

March 20, 1953 was the 79th day of the year 1953, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Friday.

Is March 20, 1953 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 20, 1953, who was born and died on March 20, 1953, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 20, 1953, which were the most popular songs (ex. Caravan by Ralph Marterie & His Orchestra), movies (e.g. The War of the Worlds, directed by Byron Haskin), TV series (e.g. Both Sides) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 20th, 1953 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 20, 1953?


March 20, 1953 was a Friday and it was the 79th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 20, 1953 can also be written as 3/20/1953 in the US and as 20/3/1953 in UK and Europe.

March 20, 1953 in March 1953 calendar

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March 20, 1953: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 20, 1953:

  • Senator edwin c johnson offers a bill to give clubs the sole

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March 20, 1953: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 20th 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 20, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 20, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Discover the planets positions on March 20th, 1953 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 20, 1953: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 20, 1953 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 20, 1953 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 20, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 38% full, rising at 08:48 am and setting at 12:48 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 28, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Mar 30, 1953.

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Who was born on March 20, 1953?


Famous people born on March 20, 1953:

  • Michall Grossman

    Israeli author known for his novels exploring themes of memory and identity.

  • Eron Kruger

    Prominent political figure known for his contributions to public service.

  • Phil Judd

    New zealand guitarist-singer and painter (split enz the swingers, schnell fenster).

  • Billy Sheehan

    Musician.

  • Sigi Schmid
  • Jimmy Dan Conner
  • Diana Miloslavich
  • Silvano Martina
  • Alicia Kozameh
  • Luisa Kuliok

Whose famous birthday is on March 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 20th:

  • Spike Lee
    Spike Lee

    Spike lee is a renowned director known for his work on films such as 'do the right thing' and 'malcolm x'.

  • Ruby Rose
    Ruby Rose

    Ruby rose is an australian model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her role as stella carlin in the tv series orange is the...

  • William Hurt
    William Hurt

    William hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...

  • Xavier Dolan
    Xavier Dolan

    Canadian french young actor and filmmaker, manuel tadros, a singer and actor of egyptian descent, was born to genevia"ve dolan and actor...

  • Bianca Lawson
    Bianca Lawson

    Bianca lawson is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'buffy the vampire slayer' and 'pretty little liars'.

  • Holly Hunter
    Holly Hunter

    Holly hunter is a renowned american actress known for her roles in films such as the piano, broadcast news, and the incredibles.

  • Christy Carlson Romano
    Christy Carlson Romano

    Christy carlson romano is an american singer and actress known for her role as ren stevens in the disney channel show 'even stevens' and as...

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Kathy Ireland
    Kathy Ireland

    American model, actress, and furniture designer.

  • Carl Reiner
    Carl Reiner

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

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March 20, 1953: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 71 years and 8 days old,

or 852 months and 8 days old,

or 3705 weeks and 6 days old,

or 25941 days old,

if you were born on March 20, 1953.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 20, 1953?

There are 357 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 20, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 20, 1953.

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March 20, 1953: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 20, 1953:

  • Graciliano Ramos

    Brazilian author (vidas secas), dies at 60.

  • Alpinolo Magnini
  • Henry Oberholzer
  • Jack Raymond

What famous deaths happened on March 20th?

Famous deaths on March 20th:

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Marilyn Maxwell
    Marilyn Maxwell

    American singer and actress (d. 1972).

  • Pranish Koirala

    Renowned leader who played a key role in Nepal's democratic movement.

  • Anira Ataliba

    Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Lev Yashin

    Lev yashin was a soviet footballer known as the 'black spider' and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the...

  • Tarig Al-Wazir

    Prominent figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

  • Elford Albin

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Athalene Lane

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Cova García

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Placida Viola

    Celebrated playwright who wrote compelling dramas.

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March 20, 1953: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 20, 1953:

  • Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
  • Canberra Day
  • Meat Out Day
  • International Astrology Day
  • New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
  • The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
  • The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.

Observances on March 20, 1953:

  • International Day of Happiness
  • French Language Day

Saints celebrated on March 20, 1953:

  • Saint Alexandra
  • Saint Herbert (died 687)
  • Saint Wulfram (d.704)
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March 20, 1953: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 20, 1953 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 16th and March 22nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 20, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 20, 1953 was Caravan by Ralph Marterie & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 1953: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 20, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Caravan

March 20, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 20, 1953 was She Wears Red Feathers by Guy Mitchell, according to the music chart for the week March 16th and March 22nd.

March 20, 1953: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 20, 1953 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 16th and March 22nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - She Wears Red Feathers
  2. - Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes
  3. - Outside Of Heaven
  4. - Now
  5. - Because You're Mine

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March 20, 1953: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 20, 1953 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The War of the Worlds

The War of the Worlds

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Byron Haskin

Starring: Gene Barry, Ann Robinson, Les Tremayne, Robert Cornthwaite

Country: United States of America

Fear and Desire

Fear and Desire

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Stanley Kubrick

Starring: Frank Silvera, Kenneth Harp, Paul Mazursky, Stephen Coit

Country: United States of America

White Mane

White Mane

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Albert Lamorisse

Starring: Alain Emery, Laurent Roche, Clan-Clan, Pascal Lamorisse

Man on a Tightrope

Man on a Tightrope

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Elia Kazan

Starring: Fredric March, Terry Moore, Gloria Grahame, Cameron Mitchell

Trouble Along the Way

Trouble Along the Way

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Michael Curtiz

Starring: John Wayne, Donna Reed, Charles Coburn, Tom Tully

March 20, 1953: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 20, 1953 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Both Sides

Both Sides

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Danielle Williamson

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Commando Cody: Sky Marshal of the Universe

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Fred C. Brannon

Face the Music

Face the Music

Release year: 1953

Directed by: Carol Wiseman

The Life of Riley

The Life of Riley

Release year: 1952

Directed by: Abby Berlin

Starring: William Bendix

Country: United States of America

Life with Elizabeth

Life with Elizabeth

Release year: 1952

Starring: Del Moore, Betty White, Jack Narz

Country: United States of America

March 20, 1953: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 20, 1953 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Steamboat Gothic by Frances Parkinson Keyes

Steamboat Gothic

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This was my first ever reading of Frances Parkinson Keyes books. The novel's Southern setting and its characters captured my attention.

The Galileans by Frank G. Slaughter

The Galileans

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Joseph of Galilee is a young doctor who finds his life changing when he meets Mary Magdala, an attractive dancer determined to vengeance against Gaius Flaccus, a Roman officer.

The Sojourner by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

The Sojourner

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Rawlings' last novel, The Sojourner, is about a man's life and relationship with his family. It tells the story of a mother who chooses her first-born son over her second.

The Silver Chalice by Thomas B. Costain

The Silver Chalice

By:

This exciting novel is the latest in the Christian Epic series. It takes place just after Christ's resurrection and death. Basil is commissioned to design the case that will house the silver cup Christ and His disciples drank out of …

East of Eden by John Steinbeck

East of Eden

By:

It is a masterpiece of Biblical scope and the magnum opus of John Steinbeck, America's most enduring author. In his journal, John Steinbeck, a Nobel Prize winner, called East of Eden "the original book." Indeed, it has the primordial power …

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Who was the US President on March 20, 1953?

On March 20, 1953 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 1953?

On March 20, 1953 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Winston Churchill (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 20, 1953?

On March 20, 1953 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about March 20th?

March 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Disney completes the acquisition of 21st century fox from walt disney company for $71.3 billion (with the exception being the fox corporation's business, broadcasting network and sports assets).
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: according to syrian state tv sana, a rocket from rebel-held eastern ghouta struck a damascus market, killing at most 35 people. (reuters) (channel news asia). two women and 15 children were killed in an airstrike in eastern ghouta.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: a car bomb explodes in baghdad's hayy al-a'amel neighbourhood, killing at least 23 and injuring 45 more.

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What happened in 1953?

1953 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Ernest Blochs Suite Hebraique, premieres
  • WBRE TV channel 28 in Wilkes-Barre Scranton, PA (NBC) 1st broadcast
  • NBA Baltimore Bullets begin a 32 game road losing streak

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What was the calendar for March 1953?

March 1953 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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