Thursday March 01, 1956: on this day

March 01, 1956 was the 61st day of the year 1956, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Thursday.

Is March 01, 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 March 01, 1956, who was born and died on March 01, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 01, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Great Pretender by The Platters), movies (e.g. 1984, directed by Michael Anderson), TV series (e.g. Heidi) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 1st, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 01, 1956?


March 01, 1956 was a Thursday and it was the 61st day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 01, 1956 can also be written as 3/1/1956 in the US and as 1/3/1956 in UK and Europe.

March 01, 1956 in March 1956 calendar

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March 01, 1956: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 01, 1956:

  • The international air transport association finalizes a draft of the radiotelephony spelling alphabet for the international civil aviation organization.
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  • Formation of the east german nationale volksarmee.

March 01, 1956: What were the magazines covers that day?

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March 01, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 1st is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 01, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 01, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on March 1st, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 01, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on March 01, 1956 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 01, 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 March 01, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 68% full, rising at 10:11 pm and setting at 09:13 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 26, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Mar 26, 1956.

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Who was born on March 01, 1956?


Famous people born on March 01, 1956:

  • Tim Daly
    Tim Daly

    American producer and director of actor.

  • Nachmen Shai

    Israeli politician and former military officer.

  • Timothy Daly

    Timothy daly is an american actor known for his roles in the tv series wings and the drama series private practice.

  • Vinnie Viola

    Vinnie Viola is a successful businessman and owner of the Florida Panthers NHL team.

  • Lourdes J. Cruz

    Biologist specializing in marine biology and conservation.

  • Dalia Grybauskaitė

    Dalia Grybauskaitė is a Lithuanian politician who served as the President of Lithuania from 2009 to 2019.

  • Arvydas Juozaitis

    Lithuanian author and politician, known for his literary works and activism.

  • Lambert Mende

    Congolese politician who served as Minister of Communication in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

  • Shauna Roberts

    Shauna Roberts is a writer and archaeologist who has published historical fiction and non-fiction books.

  • Elvin Penner

    Elvin Penner is a politician from Belize who has served in various government positions.

  • Timothy Daly in New York City

    New york, usa.

  • Frédéric Danloux

    French racehorse trainer who campaigned against closing the maisons-laffitte racing course in the 1990s.

  • Ann Gryboski

    American doctor who was victim to domestic abuse by her husband.

  • Mark Todd

    United kingdom -- nz equestrian 3 day event (1996 olympics).

  • Ken'ichi Yajima
  • Jan Van der Roost

Whose famous birthday is on March 1st?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 1st:

  • Justin Bieber
    Justin Bieber

    Canadian singer and teenager heart-throb.

  • Lupita Nyong'o
    Lupita Nyong'o

    Lupita nyong'o is a kenyan-mexican actress known for her roles in movies such as 12 years a slave and black panther.

  • Jensen Ackles
    Jensen Ackles

    Jensen ackles is an american actor known for his role as dean winchester on the tv show supernatural.

  • Zack Snyder
    Zack Snyder

    Zack snyder is a director known for his work on superhero films such as 'man of steel' and 'justice league'.

  • Javier Bardem
    Javier Bardem

    Spanish actor.

  • Ron Howard
    Ron Howard

    American child actor, director, writer, and producer.

  • Roger Daltrey
    Roger Daltrey

    British actor, singer, and musician.

  • Catherine Bach
    Catherine Bach

    Catherine bach is an american tv actress best known for her role as daisy duke in the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Mark-Paul Gosselaar
    Mark-Paul Gosselaar

    Mark-paul gosselaar is an american actor best known for his role as zack morris on the television series saved by the bell.

  • Robert Conrad
    Robert Conrad

    American actor, seen more on tv than film with the series "hawaiian eye," the wild, wild west, and "the d.a.

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March 01, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 68 years and 18 days old,

or 816 months and 18 days old,

or 3550 weeks and 5 days old,

or 24855 days old,

if you were born on March 01, 1956.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 01, 1956?

There are 347 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 1st 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 01, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 01, 1956.

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March 01, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 01, 1956:

  • Leonice Gilmour

    American author known for her works on social issues and women's rights.

  • Henriette Renié
  • Touria Chaoui

What famous deaths happened on March 1st?

Famous deaths on March 1st:

  • Jean Le Poulain
    Jean Le Poulain

    French actor.

  • María Rubio
    María Rubio

    Mexican television, film and stage actress (b. 1934).

  • Grove Kern

    Renowned composer known for his contributions to American musical theater.

  • Jacobus van 't Hoff

    Pioneer in the field of chemical kinetics and thermodynamics.

  • Evona Walska

    Renowned opera singer known for her dramatic soprano voice.

  • Ermalee Butler

    Renowned biologist known for her work on genetics and cell biology.

  • Mearle Savage

    Renowned jazz saxophonist known for his innovative style.

  • Providencia Velázquez

    Renowned Mexican painter known for her vibrant and expressive works.

  • Cono Melia

    Argentinian playwright known for his innovative works.

  • Saharah Emerson

    Saharah Emerson was an acclaimed American novelist whose works often delved into the complexities of family dynamics and the human...

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March 01, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 01, 1956:

  • Self Injury Awareness Day
  • Historically, March 1st was considered to be the beginning of the Roman 'work year' as January (the official first month) and February were unfit for warfare. The numerical Latin names of some months reflect this. (September = Seventh, October = Eighth, November = Ninth, December = Tenth). (see New Year).
  • Korea - Independence Movement Day (Samiljeol; ???).
  • Iceland - This day is called the Beer Day, but this day in 1989 beer was allowed again.
  • Martisor - a seasonal holiday in Romania.
  • Baba Marta - a Bulgarian custom when the Martenitsa is worn for good health and luck symbolizing the beginning of the spring season in Bulgaria.
  • Eight Hours Day - Tasmania, Australia.
  • Labour day - Western Australia.
  • World Day of Prayer.
  • Roman Empire - The sacred fire of Rome was renewed (See Vesta).

Observances on March 01, 1956:

  • World Seagrass Day
  • Zero Discrimination Day [UNAIDS]

Saints celebrated on March 01, 1956:

  • Saint Eudoxia
  • Saint David's Day (National Holiday of Wales).
  • Saint Albin
  • Saint Swidbert
  • Saint Monan, largely legendary Scottish saint.
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March 01, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 01, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 27th and March 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 01, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 01, 1956 was The Great Pretender by The Platters, according to the music chart for the week February 27th and March 4th.

March 01, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 01, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 27th and March 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Great Pretender

March 01, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 01, 1956 was It's Almost Tomorrow by The Dreamweavers, according to the music chart for the week February 27th and March 4th.

March 01, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 01, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 27th and March 4th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - It's Almost Tomorrow
  2. - Memories Are Made Of This
  3. - Rock And Roll Waltz
  4. - Zambesi
  5. - Only You

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March 01, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 01, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

1984

1984

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Michael Anderson

Starring: Edmond O'Brien, Michael Redgrave, Jan Sterling, David Kossoff

Country: United States of America

The Killer Is Loose

The Killer Is Loose

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Budd Boetticher

Starring: Joseph Cotten, Rhonda Fleming, Wendell Corey, Alan Hale Jr.

Backlash

Backlash

Release year: 1956

Directed by: John Sturges

Starring: Richard Widmark, Donna Reed, William Campbell, John McIntire

The Houston Story

The Houston Story

Release year: 1956

Directed by: William Castle

Starring: Gene Barry, Barbara Hale, Edward Arnold, Paul Richards

Jumping for Joy

Jumping for Joy

Release year: 1956

Directed by: John Paddy Carstairs

Starring: Frankie Howerd, Stanley Holloway, A.E. Matthews, Tony Wright

March 01, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 01, 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:

Heidi

Heidi

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Daniel Ray

Perspective

Perspective

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Jason Drakeford

Here and Now

Here and Now

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Fabien Constant

Dr. Hudson's Secret Journal

Dr. Hudson's Secret Journal

Release year: 1955

Directed by: Harry R. Sherman

The Adventures of Long John Silver

The Adventures of Long John Silver

Release year: 1955

Directed by: *

March 01, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 01, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Last Hurrah by Edwin O'Connor

The Last Hurrah

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Inspired by James M. Curley's career, O'Connor's 1956 account on big-city politics portrays O'Connor's Irish-American political boss, a demagogue, and rogue, but he deeply understands his constituents.

Aspects Of Love by David Garnett

Aspects Of Love

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Tangled emotions and troubled desires bloom against the beautiful backdrops of Paris, Italy, and Southern France - in dangerous defiance of the age barriers.

The Man In The Gray Flannel Suit by Sloan Wilson

The Man In The Gray Flannel Suit

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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 Secret Of The Hittites by C.W. Ceram

The Secret Of The Hittites

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Good hardcover book. Good binding. Highly readable.

Island In The Sun by Alec Waugh

Island In The Sun

By:

This was first published in 1957. It tells about Santa Marta, a subtropical paradise.

history

Who was the US President on March 01, 1956?

On March 01, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 01, 1956?

On March 01, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 01, 1956?

On March 01, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about March 1st?

March 1st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 1st day of the month of March. 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 March 1st, such as:

  • 2019 - Amazon plans to open many grocery stores in major u.s. cities. (the wall street journal).
  • 2018 - Donald trump's presidency: president donald trump announced plans to impose tariffs upon steel and aluminum imports. (bbc),
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: 16 deaths and 40 injuries after suicide bombers attacked kabul. the taliban claimed responsibility.

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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 March 1956?

March 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd 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 March 1956 calendar looked like.

Thursday March 1, 1956