What happened on Thursday February 01, 1962?

Here's what happened on February 01, 1962:

• NASA Announces John Glenn's Mercury 6 Mission NASA Headquarters announced details of John Glenn's upcoming Mercury 6 mission, scheduled for launch no earlier than February 13. The announcement included plans to repair an Atlas launch vehicle fuel tank leak, highlighting the meticulous preparation of the early space program.
• Kennedy's Public Welfare Message U.S. President John F. Kennedy delivered the first presidential message entirely focused on public welfare, proposing federal aid expansion to include job training programs and child care for working parents, marking a significant moment in social policy development.
• Soviet Union-Ghana Trade Pact The Soviet Union and Ghana ratified a substantial $42 billion trade agreement, which included Soviet technical assistance for constructing new industries and railroad infrastructure in Ghana, representing a significant Cold War-era economic collaboration.
• Takashi Murakami Born Takashi Murakami, a renowned Japanese contemporary pop artist, was born on February 1, 1962. He is famous for his unique 'Superflat' art movement and has significantly influenced global contemporary art.
• José Luis Cuciuffo, Argentinian Footballer José Luis Cuciuffo was an Argentinian professional footballer, known for his contributions to the sport in Argentina.

Events in 1962

February 01, 1962: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 01, 1962

Newspapers from Feb. 01, 1962

February 01, 1962 was a Thursday and it was the 32nd day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 01, 1962 can also be written as 2/1/1962 in the US and as 1/2/1962 in UK and Europe.

February 01, 1962 in February 1962 calendar

Famous people born on February 01, 1962:

• Anna Kanakis

  Italian beauty queen who won Miss Italy in 1977 at age 15, but was disqualified from Miss World due to her young age.

• Takashi Murakami

  Renowned Japanese contemporary artist famous for his colorful sculptures and paintings that blend traditional Japanese art with pop culture.

• Manuel Amoros

  French international football player of Spanish descent who played as a defender, known for his versatility and skill on the field.

• Tomoyasu Hotei

Famous people born in 1962

Famous people born on February 1st

Famous people died on February 01, 1962:

• Wilhelm Ohnesorge
• Ida Quaiatti
• Bruno Roghi
• Carey Wilson

Famous people who died in 1962

Famous people who died on February 1st

February 01, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 01, 1962 was Peppermint Twist - Part 1 by Joey Dee & the Starliters, according to the music chart for the week January 29th and February 4th.

1. Joey Dee & the Starliters - Peppermint Twist - Part 1
2. Elvis Presley - Can't Help Falling In Love
3. Chubby Checker - The Twist
4. Sue Thompson - Norman
5. Barbara George - I Know (You Don't Love Me No More)

February 01, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 01, 1962 was The Young Ones by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week January 29th and February 4th.

1. Cliff Richard - The Young Ones
2. Elvis Presley - Can't Help Falling In Love / Rock-A-Hula Baby
3. Chubby Checker - Let's Twist Again
4. Eden Kane - Forget Me Not
5. Leroy Van Dyke - Walk On By

February 01, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 01, 1962 was I Know (You Don't Love Me No More) by Barbara George, according to the music chart for the week January 29th and February 4th.

1. Barbara George - I Know (You Don't Love Me No More)
2. James Brown And The Famous Flames - Lost Someone
3. Gene Chandler - Duke Of Earl
4. Ike & Tina Turner - Poor Fool
5. Chubby Checker - The Twist

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 1st is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 01, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 01, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 01, 1962 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 01, 1962 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 February 01, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 03:50 am and setting at 02:50 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 20, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Feb 19, 1962.

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Your place in the Universe on February 01, 1962

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Someone born on February 01, 1962 is:

63 years 3 months old,

or 759 months and 13 days old,

or 3301 weeks and 6 days old,

or 23113 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 01, 1962?

There are 264 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 1st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 01, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 01, 1962.

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