Monday July 02, 1956: on this day

July 02, 1956 was the 184th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Cancer and the day of the week was Monday.

Is July 02, 1956 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on July 02, 1956, who was born and died on July 02, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on July 02, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates), movies (e.g. Santiago, directed by Gordon Douglas), TV series (e.g. Man Against Crime) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about July 2nd, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was July 02, 1956?


July 02, 1956 was a Monday and it was the 184th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 02, 1956 can also be written as 7/2/1956 in the US and as 2/7/1956 in UK and Europe.

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July 02, 1956: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on July 02, 1956:

  • A lab experiment at sylvania electric products results in an explosion.

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July 02, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 2nd is Cancer.

Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

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

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July 02, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 02, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Discover the planets positions on July 2nd, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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July 02, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on July 02, 1956 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 02, 1956 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 July 02, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 24% full, rising at 12:43 am and setting at 03:47 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 23, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Jul 22, 1956.

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Who was born on July 02, 1956?


Famous people born on July 02, 1956:

  • Zyona Zyona3

    Longest-serving member of parliament.

  • Cynthia Kadohata

    Japanese-American author known for her children's and young adult novels.

  • Jerry Hall

    Jerry hall is a former model known for her high-profile relationships and marriage to mick jagger.

  • Delma Hawkins

    Pioneering chemist known for her work in developing new materials.

  • Jerry Hall in Mesquite

    Texas, usa; model/mrs mick jagger.

  • Leslie Reid

    Vancouver, british columbia -- equestrian dressage (1996 olympics).

  • Julie Montgomery in Kansas City

    Missouri; actress (samantha, one life to live and kindred).

  • Jeffrey Cooper

    Guitarist (midnight star - "no parking").

  • Rubén Patagonia

Whose famous birthday is on July 2nd?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on July 2nd:

  • Lindsay Lohan
    Lindsay Lohan

    American actress, singer-songwriter, model, director, and producer.

  • Alex Morgan
    Alex Morgan

    Alex morgan is a professional soccer player known for her success with the united states women's national soccer team and her club teams, as...

  • Ashley Tisdale
    Ashley Tisdale

    Ashley tisdale is an american singer and actress known for her roles in the high school musical series and her music career.

  • Margot Robbie
    Margot Robbie

    Margot robbie is an australian actress known for her roles in movies such as 'the wolf of wall street' and 'suicide squad'.

  • Charles Laughton
    Charles Laughton

    Charles laughton was a renowned british actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as the hunchback of notre dame and...

  • Line Renaud
    Line Renaud

    French star with legendary successes in every aspect of show business.

  • Larry David
    Larry David

    Brooklyn, new york -- comedian (fridays) / writer (seinfeld).

  • Michelle Branch
    Michelle Branch

    American singer (the wreckers).

  • Kathryn Erbe
    Kathryn Erbe

    American actress, best known for her role in det.

  • Ron Silver
    Ron Silver

    American actor, director, and political activist (d. 2009).

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July 02, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 67 years 9 months old,

or 813 months and 14 days old,

or 3537 weeks and 1 day old,

or 24760 days old,

if you were born on July 02, 1956.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 02, 1956?

There are 77 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 2nd 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 02, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on July 02, 1956.

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July 02, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


What famous deaths happened on July 2nd?

Famous deaths on July 2nd:

  • James Stewart
    James Stewart

    James stewart was an iconic american actor known for his roles in classic films such as it's a wonderful life and mr.

  • Betty Grable
    Betty Grable

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Lee Remick
    Lee Remick

    Actress (days of wine & roses), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 55.

  • Beverly Sills
    Beverly Sills

    American singer.

  • Fred Gwynne
    Fred Gwynne

    American comedian and actor (born 1926).

  • Elizabeth Spriggs
    Elizabeth Spriggs

    English actress and screenwriter (b. 1929).

  • Jan Murray
    Jan Murray

    Bronx, new york -- comedian - (treasure hunt: who killed teddy bear?.

  • Frances Howard
    Frances Howard

    Actress (swan and shock punch), died at 73.

  • Mayjor Hemingway

    Iconic writer known for his impactful prose and storytelling.

  • Joseff Hemingway

    Iconic American novelist and short story writer.

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July 02, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on July 02, 1956:

  • Feast Day of St. John Regis
  • Originally, in the Roman Catholic Church, the Feast of the Visitation was celebrated on this day, although it has since been transferred to May 31
  • Palio di Provenzano in Siena, Italy
  • Canada Day. Under the Holidays Act, Canada Day is always observed on July 1 unless that date falls on a Sunday, in which case it is observed on July 2.
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July 02, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on July 02, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week July 2nd and July 8th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


July 02, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 02, 1956 was Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates, according to the music chart for the week July 2nd and July 8th.

July 02, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on July 02, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 2nd and July 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Moonglow And Theme From Picnic

July 02, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 02, 1956 was I'll Be Home by Pat Boone, according to the music chart for the week July 2nd and July 8th.

July 02, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on July 02, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week July 2nd and July 8th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I'll Be Home
  2. - Why Do Fools Fall In Love
  3. - Heartbreak Hotel
  4. - All Star Hit Parade (EP)
  5. - I'm Walking Backwards For Christmas / Bluebottle Blues

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July 02, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on July 02, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Santiago

Santiago

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Gordon Douglas

Starring: Alan Ladd, Rossana Podestà, Lloyd Nolan, Chill Wills

Foreign Intrigue

Foreign Intrigue

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Sheldon Reynolds

Starring: Robert Mitchum, Geneviève Page, Ingrid Thulin, Frédéric O'Brady

A Strange Adventure

A Strange Adventure

Release year: 1956

Directed by: William Witney

Starring: Joan Evans, Ben Cooper, Marla English, Jan Merlin

The Baby and the Battleship

The Baby and the Battleship

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Jay Lewis

Starring: John Mills, Richard Attenborough, André Morell, Bryan Forbes

Somebody Up There Likes Me

Somebody Up There Likes Me

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Robert Wise

Starring: Paul Newman, Pier Angeli, Everett Sloane, Eileen Heckart

Country: United States of America

July 02, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on July 02, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Man Against Crime

Man Against Crime

Release year: 1956

Opportunity Knocks

Opportunity Knocks

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Donald Petrie

Adventure Theater

Adventure Theater

Release year: 1956

Panorama

Panorama

Release year: 1956

Lui e lei

Lui e lei

Release year: 1956

July 02, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on July 02, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Gift From The Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh

Gift From The Sea

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This beloved classic, graceful, lucid, and lyrical by Anne Morrow Lindbergh, shares her reflections on youth, age, love, marriage, peace, solitude, and contentment. She set them down during a workshop.

A Walk On The Wild Side by Nelson Algren

A Walk On The Wild Side

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A Walk in the Wild Side is a story that depicts the downtrodden prostitutes and bootleggers as well as the hustlers of Perdido Street in the French Quarter of 1930s New Orleans.

A Night To Remember by Walter Lord

A Night To Remember

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A Night to Remember is the classic, minute-by-minute account about the sinking and rescue of the Titanic. First published in 1955, A Night to Remember has remained a timeless classic.

How To Live 365 Days A Year by John A. Schindler

How To Live 365 Days A Year

By:

How to Live 365 days a Year is a classic self-help book that has sold over 1 million copies. It has been translated into 13 different languages.

The Birth Of Britain by Winston S. Churchill

The Birth Of Britain

By:

The Birth of Britain is the opening volume of A History of the English Speaking Peoples by Winston Churchill, the four-volume book that has been immensely popular and easy to read.

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Who was the US President on July 02, 1956?

On July 02, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on July 02, 1956?

On July 02, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on July 02, 1956?

On July 02, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about July 2nd?

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

  • 2019 - Two car bombs and gunmen were used by islamist militants to attack the niger armed forces base in inates, close to the border with mali. they killed 18 soldiers. they also kidnapped four nigerien soldiers, and stole dozens more vehicles.
  • 2018 - Crossing the ditch. scott donaldson, a new zealander, becomes the first solo kayaker who successfully crosses the tasman sea. after 62 days at sea, donaldson landed at ngamotu beach in new plymouth at 8.44 pm local time (08.44 utc).
  • 2017 - Syrian civil war: three suicide bombers attack damascus killing at least 21 and injuring 12 more.

Find out more about July 2nd

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What happened in 1956?

1956 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
  • KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
  • KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting

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What was the calendar for July 1956?

July 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with July being the 7th 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.

Discover how July 1956 calendar looked like.

Monday July 2, 1956