What happened on Sunday August 02, 1970?

Here's what happened on August 02, 1970:

• First Use of Rubber Bullets in Northern Ireland The United Kingdom's Ministry of Defence deployed rubber bullets for the first time in Northern Ireland during civil unrest, marking a significant moment in riot control tactics during the period of conflict known as 'The Troubles'.
• French Nuclear Test at Fangataufa France conducted a nuclear test at Fangataufa Island in French Polynesia, continuing its nuclear weapons development program during the Cold War era. Such tests were controversial due to potential environmental and health impacts.
• Kevin Smith Born Kevin Smith, an influential American filmmaker, actor, comedian, and comic book writer, was born. Known for his indie films like 'Clerks' and his unique storytelling style, Smith would become a significant figure in alternative cinema and pop culture.
• Baltimore Orioles Win Streak Against Royals The Baltimore Orioles continued their remarkable dominance over the Kansas City Royals, winning 10-8 and extending their winning streak to 23 consecutive games against the team. This performance highlighted the Orioles' baseball supremacy during this era.
• Sammy Cahn's Wedding Renowned songwriter Sammy Cahn, known for numerous hit songs and Academy Award-winning compositions, married Tita Curtis in California. Cahn was a prolific lyricist who collaborated with many famous musicians of his time.

Events in 1970

August 02, 1970: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 02, 1970

Newspapers from Aug. 02, 1970

August 02, 1970 was a Sunday and it was the 214th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 02, 1970 can also be written as 8/2/1970 in the US and as 2/8/1970 in UK and Europe.

August 02, 1970 in August 1970 calendar

Famous people born on August 02, 1970:

• Kevin Smith

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Famous people died on August 02, 1970:

• Angus MacFarlane-Grieve

  English academic, mathematician, rower, and soldier (b. 1891).

• Salvatore Cherubino

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August 02, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 02, 1970 was (They Long To Be) Close To You by Carpenters, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

1. Carpenters - (They Long To Be) Close To You
2. Bread - Make It With You
3. Three Dog Night - Mama Told Me (Not To Come)
4. Freda Payne - Band Of Gold
5. Stevie Wonder - Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours)

August 02, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 02, 1970 was In The Summertime by Mungo Jerry, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

1. Mungo Jerry - In The Summertime
2. Free - All Right Now
3. Creedence Clearwater Revival - Up Around The Bend
4. The Four Tops - It's All In The Game
5. Elvis Presley - The Wonder Of You

August 02, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 02, 1970 was Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

1. Stevie Wonder - Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours
2. Jackson 5 - The Love You Save
3. The Temptations - Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)
4. James Brown - Get Up (I Feel Like Being Like A) Sex Machine (Part 1)
5. Johnnie Taylor - Steal Away

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

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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, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 02, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 02, 1970 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 02, 1970 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, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 06:02 am and setting at 08:58 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 18, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Aug 17, 1970.

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Your place in the Universe on August 02, 1970

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Someone born on August 02, 1970 is:

54 years 9 months old,

or 657 months and 12 days old,

or 2858 weeks and 3 days old,

or 20009 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 02, 1970?

There are 81 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 2nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 02, 1970?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 02, 1970.

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