What happened on Tuesday May 01, 1962?

Here's what happened on May 01, 1962:

• JFK Authorizes Area Redevelopment Act President John F. Kennedy signed the Area Redevelopment Act (ARA), a landmark economic policy aimed at supporting economic development in economically distressed regions of the United States, providing federal assistance for infrastructure and job creation.
• First French Underground Nuclear Test in Sahara France conducted its first underground nuclear experiment in the Sahara desert, specifically at Ecker, Algeria, marking a significant moment in Cold War-era nuclear proliferation and French nuclear capabilities.
• First Target Store Opens The Dayton Hudson Corporation launched its first Target discount store in Roseville, Minnesota, marking the beginning of what would become one of America's largest retail chains, revolutionizing discount retail shopping.
• Gary Clark NFL Career Begins Gary Clark, who would become a notable NFL wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins, began his professional football journey, eventually establishing himself as a significant player in the league.
• Bo Belinsky's No-Hitter Bo Belinsky pitched a remarkable no-hitter in just his fourth professional start, a rare and impressive achievement in Major League Baseball that highlighted his early potential as a pitcher.
• Norwich City Wins Football League Cup Norwich City F.C. secured victory in the English Football League Cup by defeating Rochdale in the final, marking a significant moment in the club's football history.

Events in 1962

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

Magazines from May. 01, 1962

Newspapers from May. 01, 1962

May 01, 1962 was a Tuesday and it was the 121st day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 1962 can also be written as 5/1/1962 in the US and as 1/5/1962 in UK and Europe.

May 01, 1962 in May 1962 calendar

Famous people born on May 01, 1962:

• Maia Morgenstern

  Renowned Romanian actress known for her powerful performances in theater and film, including her role in 'The Passion of the Christ'.

• Owen Paul
• Kevin M Duggan

Famous people born in 1962

Famous people born on May 1st

Famous people died on May 01, 1962:

• Salvatore Scoca
• Sydney Cockerell
• Hans Lem

Famous people who died in 1962

Famous people who died on May 1st

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

The number 1 song in the USA on May 01, 1962 was Soldier Boy by The Shirelles, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

1. The Shirelles - Soldier Boy
2. Dee Dee Sharp - Mashed Potato Time
3. Shelley Fabares - Johnny Angel
4. Mr. Acker Bilk - Stranger On The Shore
5. Elvis Presley - Good Luck Charm

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

The number 1 song in the UK on May 01, 1962 was Nut Rocker by B Bumble & The Stingers, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

1. B Bumble & The Stingers - Nut Rocker
2. The Shadows - Wonderful Land
3. Elvis Presley - Good Luck Charm
4. Del Shannon - Hey Little Girl
5. Cliff Richard - Do You Want To Dance / I'm Looking Out The Window

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

The number 1 R&B song on May 01, 1962 was Mashed Potato Time by Dee Dee Sharp, according to the music chart for the week April 30th and May 6th.

1. Dee Dee Sharp - Mashed Potato Time
2. Ketty Lester - Love Letters
3. King Curtis And The Noble Knights - Soul Twist
4. The Shirelles - Soldier Boy
5. Etta James - Something's Got A Hold On Me

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

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

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Moon phase

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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 01, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 04:42 am and setting at 06:09 pm.

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

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Your place in the Universe on May 01, 1962

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Someone born on May 01, 1962 is:

63 years and 13 days old,

or 756 months and 13 days old,

or 3289 weeks and 1 day old,

or 23024 days old,

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

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, 1962?

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

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