What happened on Friday December 01, 1961?

Here's what happened on December 01, 1961:

• Proclamation of West Papua's Independence On December 1st, 1961, the independent Republic of West Papua was proclaimed in the region then known as Netherlands New Guinea (modern-day Western New Guinea). This significant moment marked a crucial step in the region's decolonization process, with local leaders raising the distinctive Morning Star flag as a symbol of their emerging national identity.

Events in 1961

December 01, 1961: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 01, 1961

Newspapers from Dec. 01, 1961

December 01, 1961 was a Friday and it was the 335th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 01, 1961 can also be written as 12/1/1961 in the US and as 1/12/1961 in UK and Europe.

December 01, 1961 in December 1961 calendar

Famous people born on December 01, 1961:

• Jeremy Northam

  Acclaimed English actor known for roles in films like 'The English Patient' and 'Gosford Park', with a distinguished career in cinema and...

• Safra Catz

  Powerful Israeli-American business executive, currently serving as co-CEO of Oracle Corporation, one of the world's largest technology...

• Brent Harken

  American high jumper who competed in track and field athletics during the late 20th century.

• Tarzan (character)
• Armin Meiwes

Famous people born in 1961

Famous people born on December 1st

Famous people died on December 01, 1961:

• Giuseppe Chiostergi
• Silvino Maffiotti

Famous people who died in 1961

Famous people who died on December 1st

December 01, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 01, 1961 was Big Bad John by Jimmy Dean, according to the music chart for the week November 27th and December 3rd.

1. Jimmy Dean - Big Bad John
2. Dion - Runaround Sue
3. The Marvelettes - Please Mr. Postman
4. James Darren - Goodbye Cruel World
5. Brenda Lee - Fool #1

December 01, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 01, 1961 was Tower Of Strength by Frankie Vaughan, according to the music chart for the week November 27th and December 3rd.

1. Frankie Vaughan - Tower Of Strength
2. Danny Williams - Moon River
3. Elvis Presley - His Latest Flame / Little Sisters
4. Bobby Vee - Take Good Care Of My Baby

December 01, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 01, 1961 was Please Mr. Postman by The Marvelettes, according to the music chart for the week November 27th and December 3rd.

1. The Marvelettes - Please Mr. Postman
2. Ray Charles and his Orchestra - Hit The Road Jack
3. Jimmy McCracklin - Just Got To Know
4. The Impressions - Gypsy Woman
5. Gene McDaniels - Tower Of Strength

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 1st is Sagittarius.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 01, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 01, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 01, 1961 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 01, 1961 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 December 01, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 12:17 am and setting at 01:45 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 22, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Dec 22, 1961.

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Your place in the Universe on December 01, 1961

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Someone born on December 01, 1961 is:

63 years 5 months old,

or 761 months and 13 days old,

or 3310 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23175 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 01, 1961?

There are 201 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 1st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 01, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 01, 1961.

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