Tuesday October 23, 1956: on this day

October 23, 1956 was the 297th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Tuesday.

Is October 23, 1956 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on October 23, 1956, who was born and died on October 23, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 23, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Green Door by Jim Lowe), movies (e.g. Death of a Scoundrel, directed by Charles Martin), TV series (e.g. Give Us This Day) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 23rd, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 23, 1956?


October 23, 1956 was a Tuesday and it was the 297th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 23, 1956 can also be written as 10/23/1956 in the US and as 23/10/1956 in UK and Europe.

October 23, 1956 in October 1956 calendar

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October 23, 1956: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 23, 1956:

  • First video recording on magnetic tape televised in usa, coast-to-coast.
  • Browse newspapers headlines from October 23, 1956
  • Thousands of hungarians protest against the government and soviet occupation. (the hungarian revolution is crushed on november 4).
  • The hungarian revolution breaks out against the pro-soviet government. hungary attempts to leave the warsaw pact.
  • Secret police shoot several anti-communist protesters, igniting the hungarian revolution.

October 23, 1956: What were the magazines covers that day?

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October 23, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 23rd is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 23, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 23, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on October 23rd, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 23, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on October 23, 1956 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 23, 1956 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 October 23, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 72% full, rising at 09:08 pm and setting at 12:14 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 19, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Nov 18, 1956.

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Who was born on October 23, 1956?


Famous people born on October 23, 1956:

  • Dwight Yoakam
    Dwight Yoakam

    American country western singer, recording artist and actor 6 feet tall.

  • Bridget Prentice

    British Labour Party politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Lewisham East.

  • Katrin Sass

    Katrin Sass is a German actress best known for her role in the film 'Good Bye Lenin!'.

  • Darrell Pace

    Cincinnati, ohio -- archer (1976-84, 88 olympics, 2 gold / silver medals).

  • Adam Nawałka

    Polish football player and manager.

  • Dianne Reeves

    American singer.

  • Betsy Nagelsen

    St. petersburg, florida -- tennis star.

  • Akie Asaka

    Japanese actress and comedian.

  • Xavier Fortin

    French father is well-known for raising his two sons alone in the wild from 1998 to 2009, with their twins born in 1990 and 1992.

  • Drahomír Zobek
  • Sergio Cecotti
  • Sergio Fortunato
  • Joaquin Jimenez
  • Mari Elka Pangestu

Whose famous birthday is on October 23rd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 23rd:

  • Emilia Clarke
    Emilia Clarke

    Emilia clarke is a british actress best known for her role as daenerys targaryen in the television series game of thrones.

  • Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds

    Canadian-american actor, most well-known for his role on the tv sitcom "two guys, a girl, and a pizza place.

  • Johnny Carson
    Johnny Carson

    American television personality, who was reportedly the host of the tonight show from october 1, 1962 to a salary of $100,000 per year.

  • Nancy Grace
    Nancy Grace

    Nancy grace is an american former prosecutor who gained fame as a legal commentator and television host, known for her outspoken and...

  • Amandla Stenberg
    Amandla Stenberg

    Amandla stenberg is a movie actress known for her roles in the hunger games and the hate u give.

  • Michael Crichton
    Michael Crichton

    American author, best-selling sci-fi thriller writer.

  • Diana Dors
    Diana Dors

    British actress, with a large breast and who was often a good-time girl.

  • Sam Raimi
    Sam Raimi

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Jennie Lee
    Jennie Lee

    American exotic dancer and stripper, known for being "the biggest in town.

  • Jessica Stroup
    Jessica Stroup

    Jessica stroup is an american actress known for her role as erin silver on the television series 90210.

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October 23, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 67 years 4 months old,

or 808 months and 25 days old,

or 3517 weeks

or 24619 days old,

if you were born on October 23, 1956.

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 October 23, 1956?

There are 218 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 23rd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 23, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 23, 1956.

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October 23, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 23, 1956:

  • Antonio Armino
  • August Kubizek

What famous deaths happened on October 23rd?

Famous deaths on October 23rd:

  • Lino Ventura
    Lino Ventura

    Actor (french detective slap, jigsaw), dies at 67.

  • Oskar Werner
    Oskar Werner

    A renowned Austrian actor known for his roles in films like 'Jules and Jim'.

  • Linden Travers
    Linden Travers

    British actress known for her roles in classic films.

  • Robert Lansing
    Robert Lansing

    Actor (blade runner and equalizer) dies from cancer at 66.

  • Lou Jacobi
    Lou Jacobi

    Toronto, ontario -- comedian (dean martin show, melba).

  • Susan Peters
    Susan Peters

    Spokane, washington -- actress.

  • Khrystian Dior

    Renowned fashion designer known for founding the fashion house of Dior.

  • Mayling Soong

    Chinese political figure and First Lady of the Republic of China.

  • Shahida Jamal

    Pakistani playback singer known for her melodious voice.

  • Koichi Kawakita

    Renowned astronomer who discovered numerous comets.

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October 23, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 23, 1956:

  • Chemistry: Mole Day
  • Astrology: First day of sun sign Scorpio in Western tropical astrology.
  • Hungary - National Day (revolution of 1956 and the proclamation of the Republic of Hungary in 1989)
  • Also see October 23 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • R.C. Saints - Saint Giovanni da Capistrano; Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
  • French Republican Calendar - CTleri (Celery) Day, second day in the Month of Brumaire
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October 23, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 23, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 22nd and October 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 23, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 23, 1956 was The Green Door by Jim Lowe, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

October 23, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 23, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Green Door
  2. - Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera)

October 23, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 23, 1956 was A Woman In Love by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week October 22nd and October 28th.

October 23, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 23, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 22nd and October 28th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - A Woman In Love
  2. - Lay Down Your Arms
  3. - Hound Dog
  4. - Whatever Will Be Will Be (Que Sera Sera)
  5. - Giddy-Up-A-Ding-Dong

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October 23, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 23, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Death of a Scoundrel

Death of a Scoundrel

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Charles Martin

Starring: George Sanders, Yvonne De Carlo, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Victor Jory

The Rack

The Rack

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Arnold Laven

Starring: Paul Newman, Wendell Corey, Walter Pidgeon, Edmond O'Brien

Man from Del Rio

Man from Del Rio

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Harry Horner

Starring: Anthony Quinn, Katy Jurado, Peter Whitney, Douglas Fowley

You Can't Run Away from It

You Can't Run Away from It

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Dick Powell

Starring: June Allyson, Jack Lemmon, Charles Bickford, Paul Gilbert

Beyond Mombasa

Beyond Mombasa

Release year: 1956

Directed by: George Marshall

Starring: Cornel Wilde, Donna Reed, Leo Genn, Ron Randell

October 23, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 23, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Give Us This Day

Give Us This Day

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Adam Stern

Kidnapped

Kidnapped

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Robert Stevenson

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Alastair Reid

Home

Home

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Tim Johnson

The Other Man

The Other Man

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Richard Eyre

October 23, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 23, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Unicorn And Other Poems by Anne Morrow Lindbergh

The Unicorn And Other Poems

By:

Gift from the Sea is a collection poems by the author that provides enduring meditations on loss, love, beauty, time, and the sweeps of time. 15,000 copies first printing.

King Of Paris by Guy Endore

King Of Paris

By:

"He was one those men who lived 10 lives, while the rest of us only live one." This is how the author began his biographical novel. Alexandre Dumas.

Guestward Ho! by Patrick Dennis and Barbara Hooton

Guestward Ho!

By:

Guestward Ho! Barbara Hooton tells Patrick Dennis, author of Auntie Mame! This is the story of Barbara's sometimes hilarious transition from New Mexico socialite to upscale dude rancher.

A Single Pebble by John Hersey

A Single Pebble

By:

An American engineer sends his young son to China to check the Yangtze River. He travels through the river's canyons looking for dam sites.

A Certain Smile by Francoise Sagan

A Certain Smile

By:

Francoise Sagan is most well-known for Bonjour Tristesse, her first novel. She published it in 1953 at age eighteen.

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Who was the US President on October 23, 1956?

On October 23, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 23, 1956?

On October 23, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on October 23, 1956?

On October 23, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about October 23rd?

October 23rd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 23rd day of the month of October. 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 October 23rd, such as:

  • 2018 - Ancient black sea shipwrecks: a team of scientists who work in the black sea reported on the discovery of a classical greek trade ship that was built around 400 bc. it is the oldest intact shipwreck.
  • 2017 - Battle of marawi: after 5 months of fighting, the philippines armed forces announces an end of military operations in marawi's southern region.
  • 2016 - Yemeni civil war (2015-present). saudi arabian-led air strikes on yemeni capital sana'a continue after a cease-fire.

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What happened in 1956?

1956 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
  • KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
  • KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting

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What was the calendar for October 1956?

October 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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 October 1956 calendar looked like.

Tuesday October 23, 1956