What happened on Friday June 01, 1962?

Here's what happened on June 01, 1962:

• Adolf Eichmann Execution In a landmark moment of post-World War II justice, Adolf Eichmann, a key Nazi official responsible for orchestrating the Holocaust, was hanged in Israel after being found guilty of crimes against humanity. This execution represented a significant milestone in holding high-ranking Nazi officials accountable for their roles in the genocide of millions of Jews and other targeted groups during World War II.
• X-15 High Altitude Flight USAF Major Robert M. White piloted the experimental X-15 aircraft to an impressive altitude of 40,420 meters, pushing the boundaries of high-altitude aerospace research and contributing to the advancement of aerospace technology during the early Space Age.
• Oscar 2 Ham Radio Satellite Launch The Oscar 2 (Orbiting Satellite Carrying Amateur Radio) was successfully launched into Earth orbit, marking an important milestone in amateur radio and satellite communication technology. This satellite represented early efforts by amateur radio enthusiasts to establish communication through space-based platforms.
• Roda JC Soccer Team Reformation The Roda JC soccer team was reformed in Kerkrade, Netherlands, marking a significant moment in the local sports history of the region.

Events in 1962

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

Magazines from Jun. 01, 1962

Newspapers from Jun. 01, 1962

June 01, 1962 was a Friday and it was the 152nd day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 01, 1962 can also be written as 6/1/1962 in the US and as 1/6/1962 in UK and Europe.

June 01, 1962 in June 1962 calendar

Famous people born on June 01, 1962:

• Sebastian Koch

  Renowned German actor known for international film and television roles, including critically acclaimed performances.

• Corey Hart

  Canadian pop musician known for hit songs in the 1980s, including 'Sunglasses at Night'.

Famous people born in 1962

Famous people born on June 1st

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

The number 1 song in the USA on June 01, 1962 was I Can't Stop Loving You by Ray Charles, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

1. Ray Charles - I Can't Stop Loving You
2. Mr. Acker Bilk - Stranger On The Shore
3. The Shirelles - Soldier Boy
4. Dion - Lovers Who Wander
5. Dee Dee Sharp - Mashed Potato Time

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

The number 1 song in the UK on June 01, 1962 was Good Luck Charm by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

1. Elvis Presley - Good Luck Charm
2. Cliff Richard - Do You Want To Dance / I'm Looking Out The Window
3. Mike Sarne With Wendy Richard - Come Outside
4. Joe Brown - A Picture Of You
5. B Bumble & The Stingers - Nut Rocker

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

The number 1 R&B song on June 01, 1962 was I Can't Stop Loving You by Ray Charles, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

1. Ray Charles - I Can't Stop Loving You
2. Ben E. King - Don't Play That Song (You Lied)
3. The Shirelles - Soldier Boy
4. Dee Dee Sharp - Mashed Potato Time
5. James Brown And The Famous Flames - Night Train

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 1st is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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

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

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Moon phase

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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 01, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:03 am and setting at 08:28 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 19, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Jun 18, 1962.

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Your place in the Universe on June 01, 1962

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Someone born on June 01, 1962 is:

62 years 11 months old,

or 755 months and 4 days old,

or 3283 weeks and 3 days old,

or 22984 days old,

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

There are 27 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 1st 2025.

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

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

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