What happened on Saturday July 02, 1966?

Here's what happened on July 02, 1966:

• France conducts its first nuclear weapon test in the Pacific, on Moruroa Atoll.
• 1st France nuclear explosion on Mururoa atoll
• 73rd Wimbledon Womens Tennis: Billie J King beats Frasier (63 36 61)
• France Conducts First Nuclear Test in Pacific France initiated its first of 44 planned atmospheric nuclear weapons tests in the South Pacific Ocean. The test, codenamed 'Aldebaran', involved detonating a 28-kiloton nuclear weapon mounted on a barge in the lagoon of Mururoa Atoll. This marked a significant moment in France's nuclear weapons program and Cold War geopolitics.
• Billie Jean King Wins First Wimbledon Singles Championship Billie Jean King defeated Maria Bueno of Brazil in a thrilling three-set match (6–3, 3–6, 6–1), marking the beginning of her legendary tennis career. This victory was the first of her six Wimbledon singles titles, establishing her as one of the most dominant female tennis players of her era.
• The Beatles Perform at Nippon Budokan Hall The Beatles became the first musical group to perform at the historically significant Nippon Budokan Hall in Tokyo. Their performance sparked local protests, as the venue was traditionally reserved for classical Japanese performances and martial arts. This event symbolized the growing global influence of Western rock music.

Events in 1966

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

Magazines from Jul. 02, 1966

Newspapers from Jul. 02, 1966

July 02, 1966 was a Saturday and it was the 183rd day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 02, 1966 can also be written as 7/2/1966 in the US and as 2/7/1966 in UK and Europe.

July 02, 1966 in July 1966 calendar

Famous people born on July 02, 1966:

• Jean-François Richet

  Prominent French film director known for directing action and crime films, including the critically acclaimed 'Mesrine' biographical series...

Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on July 2nd

Famous people died on July 02, 1966:

• Jan Brzechwa

  Polish poet and author (d. 1966).

Famous people who died in 1966

Famous people who died on July 2nd

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

The number 1 song in the USA on July 02, 1966 was Strangers In The Night by Frank Sinatra, according to the music chart for the week June 27th and July 3rd.

1. Frank Sinatra - Strangers In The Night
2. The Beatles - Paperback Writer
3. The Cyrkle - Red Rubber Ball
4. The Rolling Stones - Paint It, Black
5. Dusty Springfield - You Don't Have To Say You Love Me

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

The number 1 song in the UK on July 02, 1966 was Sunny Afternoon by The Kinks, according to the music chart for the week June 27th and July 3rd.

1. The Kinks - Sunny Afternoon
2. Georgie Fame & The Blue Flames - Get Away
3. Ike & Tina Turner - River Deep, Mountain High
4. Gene Pitney - Nobody Needs Your Love

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

The number 1 R&B song on July 02, 1966 was Ain't Too Proud To Beg by The Temptations, according to the music chart for the week June 27th and July 3rd.

1. The Temptations - Ain't Too Proud To Beg
2. Robert Parker - Barefootin'
3. Ray Charles - Let's Go Get Stoned
4. The Capitols - Cool Jerk
5. Jr. Walker & The All Stars - (I'm A) Road Runner

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

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

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

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Moon phase

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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 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 July 02, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 08:55 pm and setting at 05:50 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 03, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Aug 01, 1966.

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Someone born on July 02, 1966 is:

58 years 9 months old,

or 705 months and 21 days old,

or 3068 weeks and 4 days old,

or 21480 days old,

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

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

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