What happened on Saturday April 02, 1966?

Here's what happened on April 02, 1966:

• First Spacecraft Orbits the Moon The Soviet Union's Luna 10 spacecraft successfully became the first human-made object to enter lunar orbit, marking a significant milestone in the Space Race and lunar exploration.
• Da Nang Protests Against US Involvement A massive demonstration of ten thousand protesters, including 2,000 uniformed South Vietnamese military personnel, marched through Da Nang, denouncing both the United States and the government of Prime Minister Nguyen Cao Ky. This protest highlighted growing internal dissent during the Vietnam War.
• Indonesia Seeks UN Readmission The Indonesian military leadership formally demands that the country rejoin the United Nations, signaling a potential diplomatic shift in the nation's international relations.
• Death of C.S. Forester C.S. Forester, renowned British author famous for his Hornblower naval fiction series, passes away. He was a significant literary figure known for historical maritime novels.
• WJET TV Channel Launches in Erie WJET Television Channel 24, an ABC affiliate, begins broadcasting in Erie, Pennsylvania, expanding local media options in the region.

Events in 1966

April 02, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 02, 1966

Newspapers from Apr. 02, 1966

April 02, 1966 was a Saturday and it was the 92nd day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 02, 1966 can also be written as 4/2/1966 in the US and as 2/4/1966 in UK and Europe.

April 02, 1966 in April 1966 calendar

Famous people born on April 02, 1966:

• Bill Romanowski

  Bill Romanowski was a prominent NFL linebacker who played for the San Francisco 49ers and Denver Broncos, winning two Super Bowls and being...

• Teddy Sheringham

  Teddy Sheringham was a highly successful English footballer who played as a striker, known for his remarkable goal-scoring abilities and...

• Supla

  Supla is a Brazilian musician and rock artist from a prominent political family, son of Marta and Eduardo Suplicy, known for his musical...

• Garnett Silk

  Garnett Silk was a renowned Jamaican reggae singer celebrated for his soulful voice and impactful musical contributions before his tragic...

Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on April 2nd

Famous people died on April 02, 1966:

• C. S. Forester

  English novelist (b. 1899).

• Marian Ainslee
• Cecil Scott Forester
• Spiros Melàs

Famous people who died in 1966

Famous people who died on April 2nd

April 02, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 02, 1966 was The Ballad Of The Green Berets by Barry Sadler, according to the music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

1. Barry Sadler - The Ballad Of The Green Berets
2. The Rolling Stones - 19th Nervous Breakdown
3. The Righteous Brothers - (You're My) Soul And Inspiration
4. The Lovin' Spoonful - Daydream
5. Simon and Garfunkel - Homeward Bound

April 02, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 02, 1966 was Somebody Help Me by The Spencer Davis Group, according to the music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

1. The Spencer Davis Group - Somebody Help Me
2. The Walker Brothers - The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore
3. Dusty Springfield - You Don't Have To Say You Love Me
4. Dave Dee Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich - Hold Tight
5. The Bachelors - Sound Of Silence

April 02, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 02, 1966 was 634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.) by Wilson Pickett, according to the music chart for the week March 28th and April 3rd.

1. Wilson Pickett - 634-5789 (Soulsville, U.S.A.)
2. Slim Harpo - Baby Scratch My Back
3. Deon Jackson - Love Makes The World Go Round
4. The Temptations - Get Ready
5. Four Tops - Shake Me, Wake Me (When It's Over)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 2nd is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 02, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 02, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 02, 1966 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 02, 1966 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 April 02, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 03:02 pm and setting at 04:57 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 07, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Apr 05, 1966.

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Your place in the Universe on April 02, 1966

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Someone born on April 02, 1966 is:

59 years 1 month old,

or 709 months and 12 days old,

or 3084 weeks and 4 days old,

or 21592 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 02, 1966?

There are 323 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday April 2nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 02, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 02, 1966.

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