What happened on Thursday November 01, 1951?

About November 1st, 1951, in brief:

  • Historical events: The first hydrogen bomb test, code-named 'Ivy Mike', was detonated on Enewetak Atoll in the Marshall Islands, marking a significant milestone in nuclear weapons development. This test demonstrated the unprecedented destructive potential of thermonuclear weapons, far more powerful than previous atomic bombs.
  • Day of the week: November 1st, 1951 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
  • #1 US song: Slow Poke by Pee Wee King & His Golden West Cowboys
  • Popular movie: Quo Vadis directed by Mervyn LeRoy, Anthony Mann

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November 01, 1951: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on November 01, 1951:

  • First Hydrogen Bomb Test: Operation Ivy Mike The first hydrogen bomb test, code-named 'Ivy Mike', was detonated on Enewetak Atoll in the Marshall Islands, marking a significant milestone in nuclear weapons development. This test demonstrated the unprecedented destructive potential of thermonuclear weapons, far more powerful than previous atomic bombs.
  • United Nations Headquarters Dedication The United Nations headquarters in New York City was officially dedicated, symbolizing a global commitment to international cooperation, diplomacy, and conflict resolution in the post-World War II era.
  • Operation Buster-Jangle: Atomic Exposure of Troops During Operation Buster-Jangle, 6,500 American soldiers were involuntarily exposed to atomic explosions at the Desert Rock training site in Nevada. This controversial military exercise subjected troops to dangerous radiation levels without their consent, raising significant ethical and health concerns.
  • Jet Magazine Founding Jet magazine was founded by John H. Johnson, a pioneering African American publisher who created a groundbreaking publication that would become a crucial platform for Black culture, news, and social issues.
  • Roy Campanella Wins MVP Brooklyn Dodgers catcher Roy Campanella won the first of his three National League Most Valuable Player awards, highlighting his exceptional skills and significance in baseball during the early 1950s.
  • Top Banana Musical Opens Johnny Mercer's musical 'Top Banana', starring Phil Silvers, opened at the Winter Garden Theater in New York City. The show ran for 356 performances and won a Tony Award, representing the vibrant Broadway entertainment scene of the early 1950s.

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November 01, 1951: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was November 01, 1951?


November 01, 1951 was a Thursday and it was the 305th day of the year 1951 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 01, 1951 can also be written as 11/1/1951 in the US and as 1/11/1951 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on November 01, 1951?


Famous people born on November 01, 1951:

  • Fabrice Luchini

    Renowned French actor known for his versatile stage and film performances, with a unique background transitioning from hairdressing to...

  • Nick Saban

    Highly successful American football coach, renowned for his exceptional leadership and strategic skills in collegiate football, particularly...

  • Ronald Bell

    Influential American musician, member of the legendary funk band Kool and the Gang, known for his significant contributions to music...

  • Riccardo De Corato

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November 01, 1951: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on November 01, 1951 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 29th and November 4th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

November 01, 1951: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 01, 1951 was Slow Poke by Pee Wee King & His Golden West Cowboys, according to the music chart for the week October 29th and November 4th.

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  2. - Domino youtube
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November 01, 1951: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 1st is Scorpio.

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Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 01, 1951: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 01, 1951 is Rabbit and the associated element is Metal.

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November 01, 1951: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on November 01, 1951 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 01, 1951 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 November 01, 1951 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 15% full, rising at 09:05 am and setting at 07:01 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 15, 1951 while the next full moon would come on Nov 13, 1951.

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How old is someone born on November 01, 1951?


Someone born on November 01, 1951 is:

73 years 6 months old,

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or 3835 weeks and 4 days old,

or 26849 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on November 01, 1951?

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