What happened on Wednesday May 01, 1957?

Here's what happened on May 01, 1957:

• Larry King's First Radio Broadcast Legendary broadcaster Larry King made his first radio broadcast, marking the beginning of a remarkable media career that would span decades and establish him as one of the most iconic talk show hosts in American broadcasting history.
• Vanguard TV-1 Booster Test The United States conducted a Vanguard TV-1 booster test, reaching an altitude of 195 kilometers. This test was part of the early space exploration efforts during the Cold War era, contributing to the development of rocket technology.
• Vickers Viking Airliner Crash at Blackbushe Airport A Vickers VC.1 Viking aircraft crashed while attempting to return to Blackbushe Airport in Yateley, Hampshire, England, resulting in a tragic loss of 34 lives. The accident highlights the aviation safety challenges of the 1950s and the risks associated with early commercial air travel.
• US Economic Aid to Poland The United States extended a credit line of US$95 million to Poland, representing a diplomatic and economic gesture during the Cold War period, potentially aimed at improving relations and providing economic support.
• Flevo Boys Soccer Team Formation The Flevo Boys soccer team was established in Emmeloord, Netherlands, adding to the local sporting landscape and potentially contributing to the community's recreational and athletic development.
• Rick Darling: Australian Cricket Player Rick Darling, an Australian cricket player known for his accident-prone yet dashing style as an opener, was noted in the records for his playing period from 1978 to 1979.

Events in 1957

May 01, 1957: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 01, 1957

Newspapers from May. 01, 1957

May 01, 1957 was a Wednesday and it was the 121st day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 1957 can also be written as 5/1/1957 in the US and as 1/5/1957 in UK and Europe.

May 01, 1957 in May 1957 calendar

Famous people born on May 01, 1957:

• Julie Pietri

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• Uberto Pasolini
• Steve Meretzky

Famous people born in 1957

Famous people born on May 1st

Famous people died on May 01, 1957:

• Pietro Beretta
• Lionello Matteucci

Famous people who died in 1957

Famous people who died on May 1st

May 01, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 01, 1957 was All Shook Up by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. Elvis Presley - All Shook Up
2. The Diamonds - Little Darlin'
3. Perry Como - Round And Round
4. Buddy Knox - Party Doll
5. Ferlin Husky - Gone

May 01, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 01, 1957 was Cumberland Gap by Lonnie Donegan, according to the music chart for the week April 29th and May 5th.

1. Lonnie Donegan - Cumberland Gap
2. Tab Hunter - Young Love
3. Harry Belafonte - The Banana Boat Song
4. Pat Boone - Don't Forbid Me
5. Little Richard - Long Tall Sally

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 1st is Taurus.

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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 01, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 01, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 01, 1957 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 01, 1957 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 01, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 10% full, rising at 06:56 am and setting at 10:47 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1957 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1957.

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Your place in the Universe on May 01, 1957

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Someone born on May 01, 1957 is:

68 years and 13 days old,

or 816 months and 13 days old,

or 3550 weeks

or 24850 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 01, 1957?

There are 352 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 1st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 01, 1957?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 01, 1957.

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