Sunday May 13, 1956: on this day

May 13, 1956 was the 134th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is May 13, 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 May 13, 1956, who was born and died on May 13, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 13, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates), movies (e.g. The Searchers, directed by John Ford), TV series (e.g. Lui E Lei) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 13th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 13, 1956?


May 13, 1956 was a Sunday and it was the 134th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 13, 1956 can also be written as 5/13/1956 in the US and as 13/5/1956 in UK and Europe.

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May 13, 1956: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 13, 1956:

  • Pachyderm building at cleveland metroparks zoo opens

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May 13, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 13th 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 13, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 13, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on May 13th, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 13, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 13, 1956 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 13, 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 May 13, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 17% full, rising at 08:26 am and setting at 11:32 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1956 while the next full moon would come on May 24, 1956.

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Who was born on May 13, 1956?


Famous people born on May 13, 1956:

  • Fred Melamed
    Fred Melamed

    Fred melamed is an american actor known for his roles in a serious man, in a world.

  • Jermery Nathans

    Renowned for his research on cell signaling and development.

  • Christine Bravo

    French journalist, educator and tv host.

  • Kailash Vijayvargiya

    National general secretary of bhartiya janta party.

  • Richard Madeley

    English journalist and author.

  • Steve Blackwood

    American actor.

  • Jean-Luc Bigeon

    French race horse trainer and jockey, andra(c),-francis bigeon's son and brother to jockey christian bigeon.

  • Alison Goldfrapp

    Goldfrapp is an english singer-songwriter/producer.

  • Ugo Mancini
  • Nerida Gregory
  • Aleksandr Jur'evič Kaleri
  • Antonio Rugghia
  • Maurizio Sottana
  • Kirk Thornton
  • Vjekoslav Bevanda
  • Kenneth Eriksson
  • Bernd Förster

Whose famous birthday is on May 13th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 13th:

  • Robert Pattinson
    Robert Pattinson

    An actor, model, musician, and producer from england.

  • Debby Ryan
    Debby Ryan

    Debby ryan is an american actress known for her role in the disney channel series 'jessie' and the netflix series 'insatiable'.

  • Bea Arthur
    Bea Arthur

    Bea arthur was a tv actress best known for her roles in the sitcoms 'maude' and 'the golden girls'.

  • Stephen Colbert
    Stephen Colbert

    American political comedian, writer, comedian and television host.

  • Dennis Rodman
    Dennis Rodman

    American basketball player, an american athlete.

  • Harvey Keitel
    Harvey Keitel

    American actor and producer.

  • Ritchie Valens
    Ritchie Valens

    After renting a hall to perform a gig, he was "discovered" and signed with a talent agency.

  • Sunny Leone
    Sunny Leone

    Canadian american actress, model, and pornstar.

  • Iwan Rheon
    Iwan Rheon

    Welsh stage/television actor, and welsh singer.

  • Joe Louis
    Joe Louis

    American heavyweight boxer.

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May 13, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 67 years 10 months old,

or 814 months and 15 days old,

or 3541 weeks and 4 days old,

or 24791 days old,

if you were born on May 13, 1956.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 13, 1956?

There are 46 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 13th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 13, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 13, 1956.

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May 13, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 13, 1956:

  • Aleksandr A Fadejev

    Russ author (young guard) commits suicide at 54.

  • Aleksandr Aleksandrovič Fadeev
  • Robert Wyss

What famous deaths happened on May 13th?

Famous deaths on May 13th:

  • Gary Cooper
    Gary Cooper

    American actor who rose to fame after his appearance in "sergeant york" in 1941.

  • Doris Day
    Doris Day

    American singer and actress; known worldwide as the world's favorite virgin, on-screen since 1948.

  • Margot Kidder
    Margot Kidder

    Margot kidder was a canadian-american actress best known for her iconic role as lois lane in the superman film series.

  • Leatrice Joy
    Leatrice Joy

    Silent screen star, dies in riverdale (bronx) new york city, new york at age 91.

  • Dan Blocker
    Dan Blocker

    Texas, united states -- actor (tiny-cimarron city, hoss-bonanza).

  • Wealthy Astor

    Dedicated to promoting the arts and preserving cultural heritage.

  • Kathleen Kennedy

    Kathleen Kennedy was a member of the famous Kennedy family and served as a socialite and diplomat.

  • Amais Mabini

    Renowned Filipino painter known for his vibrant landscapes and portraits.

  • Malik Ambar

    Malik Ambar was a prominent Ethiopian writer known for his literary works during the 16th century.

  • Rehman

    Renowned Pakistani music composer and director.

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May 13, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 13, 1956:

  • Our Lady of Fatima
  • Rotuma Day in Fiji.
  • World Fair Trade Day (2006).
  • Abbotsbury Garland Day, Dorset, England.
  • Commemoration of Julian of Norwich (Anglican).

Saints celebrated on May 13, 1956:

  • Saint Maria Dominica Mazzarello (died 1881)
  • Saint John the Silent
  • Saint Gerald of Villamagna
  • Saint Robert Bellarmine
  • Saint Servatus
  • Saint Rolanda
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May 13, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 13, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 7th and May 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 13, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 13, 1956 was Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.

May 13, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 13, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Moonglow And Theme From Picnic

May 13, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 13, 1956 was No Other Love by Ronnie Hilton, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.

May 13, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 13, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - No Other Love
  2. - The Poor People Of Paris
  3. - A Tear Fell
  4. - Rock And Roll Waltz
  5. - Lost John / Stewball

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May 13, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 13, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Searchers

The Searchers

Release year: 1956

Directed by: John Ford

Starring: John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter, Vera Miles, Ward Bond

Country: United States of America

The Killing

The Killing

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Stanley Kubrick

Starring: Sterling Hayden, Coleen Gray, Vince Edwards, Jay C. Flippen

Country: United States of America

Great Day in the Morning

Great Day in the Morning

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Jacques Tourneur

Starring: Virginia Mayo, Robert Stack, Ruth Roman, Alex Nicol

Good-bye, My Lady

Good-bye, My Lady

Release year: 1956

Directed by: William A. Wellman

Starring: Walter Brennan, Phil Harris, Brandon De Wilde, Sidney Poitier

The Harder They Fall

The Harder They Fall

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Mark Robson

Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Rod Steiger, Jan Sterling, Mike Lane

Country: United States of America

May 13, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 13, 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:

Lui e lei

Lui e lei

Release year: 1956

Scaramouche

Scaramouche

Release year: 1956

Directed by: George Sidney

Double Cross

Double Cross

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Armand Gazarian

Vampira Returns

Vampira Returns

Release year: 1956

Nom-de-Plume

Nom-de-Plume

Release year: 1956

May 13, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 13, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Secret Of The Hittites by C.W. Ceram

The Secret Of The Hittites

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Good hardcover book. Good binding. Highly readable.

The Power Of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale

The Power Of Positive Thinking

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With more than five million copies printed, The Power of Positive Thinking is an international bestseller. It has helped millions of people around the globe to find fulfillment through Dr.

The Search For Bridey Murphy by Morey Bernstein

The Search For Bridey Murphy

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This classic was first published in 1956 and is still relevant to today's New Age audience. It is well documented that Bridey Murphy, an Irish woman who spoke to a hypnotized patient through her Irish accent, was a true story.

The Man In The Gray Flannel Suit by Sloan Wilson

The Man In The Gray Flannel Suit

By:

The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit was a classic that captured the spirit of a generation. It was first published in 1955. Its title, like Fahrenheit 451 and Catch-22, has been a part America's cultural vocabulary.

The Quiet American by Graham Greene

The Quiet American

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Graham Greene's classic exploration on love, innocence and morality in Vietnam. "I never knew a person who had better motives for all his trouble," Graham Greene’s narrator Fowler says.

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Who was the US President on May 13, 1956?

On May 13, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 13, 1956?

On May 13, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on May 13, 1956?

On May 13, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about May 13th?

May 13th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 13th 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 13th, such as:

  • 2019 - Gulf of oman incident. iran-united states relations, united arab emirates – iran relations. the united states maritime administration (marad), issues a new alert for all ships passing fujairah off the coast of the united arab emirates. this alert is in response to "acts of sabotage" that have been rising amid increased tensions between iran and the united states.
  • 2018 - Terrorism and violence in indonesia: surabaya bombings result in at least 13 deaths and over 40 injuries in a series suicide bombings that took place at three churches in surabaya in indonesia.
  • 2017 - Insurgency in balochistan. gunmen open fire upon construction workers at gwadar port, pakistan. at least 10 people were killed. this attack was claimed by the balochistan liberation army.

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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 May 1956?

May 1956 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.

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Sunday May 13, 1956