Sunday August 02, 1964: on this day

August 02, 1964 was the 215th day of the year 1964, under the sign of Leo and the day of the week was Sunday.

Is August 02, 1964 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on August 02, 1964, who was born and died on August 02, 1964, what holidays and observances are celebrated on August 02, 1964, which were the most popular songs (ex. A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles), movies (e.g. Marnie, directed by Alfred Hitchcock), TV series (e.g. Jonny Quest) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about August 2nd, 1964 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was August 02, 1964?


August 02, 1964 was a Sunday and it was the 215th day of the year 1964 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 02, 1964 can also be written as 8/2/1964 in the US and as 2/8/1964 in UK and Europe.

August 02, 1964 in August 1964 calendar

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August 02, 1964: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on August 02, 1964:

  • Dutch government gives indonesia export guarantees
  • Browse newspapers headlines from August 02, 1964
  • Race riot in jersey city, new jersey, usa.
  • Vietnam war: gulf of tonkin incident : north vietnamese gunboats allegedly fire on the u.s. destroyers uss maddox and uss turner joy.

August 02, 1964: What were the magazines covers that day?

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August 02, 1964: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 2nd is Leo.

Leo is the 5th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between July 23rd and August 22nd belong to the Leo sign: discover Leo personality and who should a Leo marry.

Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 02, 1964: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 02, 1964 is Dragon and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on August 2nd, 1964 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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August 02, 1964: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on August 02, 1964 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 02, 1964 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 August 02, 1964 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 20% full, rising at 12:45 am and setting at 04:30 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 1964 while the next full moon would come on Aug 23, 1964.

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Who was born on August 02, 1964?


Famous people born on August 02, 1964:

  • Mary-Louise Parker
    Mary-Louise Parker

    Mary-louise parker is an american actress known for her roles in the tv series 'weeds' and the film 'fried green tomatoes'.

  • Virginia Trioli

    Australian journalist and television presenter known for her work on current affairs programs.

  • Frank Biela

    German race car driver.

  • John Cullen

    Puslinch -- nhl center (tampa bay lightning).

  • Stoil Georgiev
  • Steven Jackson
  • Stefan Sanderling
  • Alessandro Pellegrini
  • Michael Anti
  • Henry Aruna
  • Emilio Fenoll

Whose famous birthday is on August 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on August 2nd:

  • Carroll O'Connor
    Carroll O'Connor

    Carroll o'connor was an american actor best known for his role as archie bunker in the tv series 'all in the family'.

  • Dom DeLuise
    Dom DeLuise

    Dom deluise was an american actor and comedian known for his roles in comedy films and television shows, often collaborating with mel brooks...

  • Isabel Allende
    Isabel Allende

    Isabel allende is a chilean author known for her bestselling novels, such as 'the house of the spirits' and 'eva luna', which often...

  • Muriel Robin
    Muriel Robin

    She is a french comedian, singer, and actress.

  • Kevin Smith
    Kevin Smith

    Kevin smith is a director known for his work on cult classic films such as clerks and dogma.

  • Sam Worthington
    Sam Worthington

    Sam worthington is an australian actor known for his roles in blockbuster films such as avatar and terminator salvation.

  • Wes Craven
    Wes Craven

    American screen writer, filmmaker and author.

  • James Baldwin
    James Baldwin

    American writer (born in 1924).

  • Joanna Cassidy
    Joanna Cassidy

    American actress and film star best known for her role as falcon crest.

  • Myrna Loy
    Myrna Loy

    American actress whose political views brought her to prominence at unesco.

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August 02, 1964: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 59 years 7 months old,

or 715 months and 17 days old,

or 3111 weeks and 2 days old,

or 21779 days old,

if you were born on August 02, 1964.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 02, 1964?

There are 136 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 2nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 02, 1964?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 02, 1964.

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August 02, 1964: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on August 02, 1964:

  • Jack Kirkwood

    Actor (fibber mcgee & molly), passes away at 69.

  • Jose Maria Castro

    Composer dies at 71.

  • Carel Godin de Beaufort
  • Olga Desmond

What famous deaths happened on August 2nd?

Famous deaths on August 2nd:

  • Jean-Pierre Melville
    Jean-Pierre Melville

    French filmmaker.

  • David Huddleston
    David Huddleston

    American actor (b. 1930).

  • Cathleen Nesbitt
    Cathleen Nesbitt

    English actress (separate tables) dies at 93.

  • Josehua Bell

    Inventor of the telephone and credited with the first successful experiment in talking through a wire.

  • Lexander Graham Bell

    Inventor and entrepreneur who revolutionized communication with the invention of the telephone.

  • Sruly Halberstam

    Hasidic rabbi and Holocaust survivor who became a prominent figure in the Jewish community.

  • Vin Scully

    Vin scully is a retired american sportscaster best known for his 67 seasons as the play-by-play announcer for the los angeles dodgers.

  • Larysa Kosach

    Ukrainian writer known for her poetry and prose.

  • Harace Mann

    American educator and politician known for advocating public education reform.

  • Raymond Carver

    Raymond Carver was an American short story writer and poet, who is considered one of the most influential writers of the late 20th century.

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August 02, 1964: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on August 02, 1964:

  • St. Etheldritha/Alfrida
  • St. Alphonsus Mary de Ligouri
  • St. Stephen
  • Roman Catholicism - the feasts of at least 4 saints: St. Peter Julian Eymard
  • Feast day of Ilya the Prophet in Russian Orthodox Church
  • Bulgaria/Republic of Macedonia - Ilinden (St. Ilya Day), a day of remembrance of the Ilinden Uprising
  • Costa Rica - Our Lady of the Angels
  • Day of airborne forces in Russia
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August 02, 1964: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on August 02, 1964 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 27th and August 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


August 02, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 02, 1964 was A Hard Day's Night by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

August 02, 1964: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on August 02, 1964 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 27th and August 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - A Hard Day's Night
  2. - Rag Doll
  3. - The Little Old Lady (From Pasadena)
  4. - Everybody Loves Somebody
  5. - Where Did Our Love Go

August 02, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 02, 1964 was It's All Over Now by The Rolling Stones, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

August 02, 1964: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on August 02, 1964 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 27th and August 2nd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - It's All Over Now
  2. - House Of The Rising Sun
  3. - It's Over
  4. - Hold Me

August 02, 1964: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 02, 1964 was Keep On Pushing by The Impressions, according to the R&B music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

August 02, 1964: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on August 02, 1964 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week July 27th and August 2nd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Keep On Pushing
  2. - Under The Boardwalk
  3. - Steal Away
  4. - Just Be True
  5. - Good Times

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August 02, 1964: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on August 02, 1964 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Marnie

Marnie

Release year: 1964

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Tippi Hedren, Sean Connery, Martin Gabel, Louise Latham

Country: United States of America

Looking for Love

Looking for Love

Release year: 1964

Directed by: Don Weis

Starring: Connie Francis, Jim Hutton, Susan Oliver, Joby Baker

The Thrill Killers

The Thrill Killers

Release year: 1964

Directed by: Ray Dennis Steckler

Starring: Ray Dennis Steckler, Liz Renay, Joseph Bardo, Carolyn Brandt

Hercules Against the Sons of the Sun

Hercules Against the Sons of the Sun

Release year: 1964

Directed by: Osvaldo Civirani

Starring: Mark Forest, Anna-Maria Pace, Giuliano Gemma, Ángela Rhu

Bikini Beach

Bikini Beach

Release year: 1964

Directed by: William Asher

August 02, 1964: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on August 02, 1964 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Jonny Quest

Jonny Quest

Release year: 1964

Country: United States of America

August 02, 1964: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on August 02, 1964 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Tribute To John F. Kennedy by Pierre Salinger and Sander Vanocur

A Tribute To John F. Kennedy

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Pierre Salinger and Sander Vandocur published A Tribute to John F. Kennedy in Encyclopaedia Britannica 1964. No edition was given. Description: Black boards featuring the President's signature on the front and dates.

The Naked Society by Vance Packard

The Naked Society

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The Naked Society, originally published 1964, was the first book to address how then-new technologies like hidden microphones, hidden cameras, modern filing system, and the polygraph lie detector could be used.

The Invisible Government by David Wise and Thomas B. Ross

The Invisible Government

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1964: By Thomas B. Ross and David Wise - 375 Pages - Not listed in the 1st edition.

Candy by Terry Southern and Mason Hoffenberg

Candy

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The now-classic Candy was banned upon its first publication. It is a hilarious romp about Candy Christian, an all-American girl with wide eyes and lusciousness. Candy, a satire on Voltaire's Candide, chronicles her adventures meeting mystics and sexual analysts as …

The Group by Mary McCarthy

The Group

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The Group, written with a trenchant, sardonic edge is a captivating novel that captures the social history of America during two world wars.

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Who was the US President on August 02, 1964?

On August 02, 1964 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 02, 1964?

On August 02, 1964 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Alec Douglas-Home (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on August 02, 1964?

On August 02, 1964 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about August 2nd?

August 2nd refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 2nd day of the month of August. 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 August 2nd, such as:

  • 2018 - Saudi arabian-led intervention, battle of al hudaydah in yemen: at least 20 people were killed in an airstrike by the saudi-led coalition in al hudaydah (yemen). saudi arabia's spokesperson denied that its jets were present in the area, but blamed rebels.
  • 2017 - Two american soldiers are killed by a suicide bomber in afghanistan's war on terror. the taliban claim responsibility.
  • 2016 - Syrian civil war: a volunteer search and rescue team from the syria civil defence says that 33 people were injured by toxic gas dropped from an unmanned helicopter onto saraqeb, rebel-held idlib governorate.

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What happened in 1964?

1964 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Singapore limits imports from Netherlands due to Indonesian aggression
  • KTVS TV channel 3 in Sterling, CO (CBS) begins broadcasting
  • Amendment 24 outlaws poll tax

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What was the calendar for August 1964?

August 1964 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with August being the 8th 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.

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Sunday August 2, 1964