What happened on Friday September 02, 1960?

Here's what happened on September 02, 1960:

• Political Crisis in Congo Congolese president Joseph Kasavubu dramatically fires Patrice Lumumba's entire government and places Lumumba under house arrest, escalating political tensions in the newly independent Congo. This event was a critical moment in the post-colonial political landscape of Africa, signaling deep internal conflicts and power struggles.
• Cassius Clay Wins Olympic Gold Cassius Clay (later known as Muhammad Ali) wins the gold medal in light-heavyweight boxing at the 1960 Summer Olympic Games in Rome, marking the beginning of his legendary boxing career. This victory was a pivotal moment in sports history and foreshadowed Clay's future global prominence.
• First Election of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile The first democratic election of the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile was held, marking a significant moment in Tibetan political history. This event established a democratic governance structure for Tibetan exiles, primarily located in India, following the Chinese occupation of Tibet. The Tibetan community now observes this date as Democracy Day, symbolizing their commitment to democratic principles and self-governance.
• Olympic Sisters Make History Tamara and Irina Press from the USSR become the first sisters to simultaneously win Olympic gold medals, showcasing exceptional athletic achievement and Soviet sporting dominance during the Cold War era.
• Kristin Halvorsen Birth Kristin Halvorsen, a Norwegian cabinet minister, is born. She would later become a significant political figure in Norwegian governance.
• Sue Foley Birth Sue Foley, an American writer, is born. While specific details about her work are not provided, her birth is noted on this date.

Events in 1960

September 02, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 02, 1960

Newspapers from Sep. 02, 1960

September 02, 1960 was a Friday and it was the 246th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 02, 1960 can also be written as 9/2/1960 in the US and as 2/9/1960 in UK and Europe.

September 02, 1960 in September 1960 calendar

Famous people born on September 02, 1960:

• Eric Dickerson

  Legendary NFL running back who set the single-season rushing record and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

• Christophe Caresche

  French left-wing politician who served as a representative of Paris in the National Assembly.

Famous people born in 1960

Famous people born on September 2nd

Famous people died on September 02, 1960:

• Joseph Curtel

Famous people who died in 1960

Famous people who died on September 2nd

September 02, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 02, 1960 was It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 29th and September 4th.

1. Elvis Presley - It's Now Or Never
2. The Ventures - Walk -- Don't Run
3. Chubby Checker - The Twist
4. Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
5. Bobby Rydell - Volare

September 02, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 02, 1960 was Apache by The Shadows, according to the music chart for the week August 29th and September 4th.

1. The Shadows - Apache
2. Elvis Presley - Mess Of Blues
3. Duane Eddy - Because They're Young
4. Cliff Richard - Please Don't Tease
5. Ricky Valance - Tell Laura I Love Her

September 02, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 02, 1960 was Kiddio by Brook Benton, according to the music chart for the week August 29th and September 4th.

1. Brook Benton - Kiddio
2. Hank Ballard And The Midnighters - Finger Poppin' Time
3. Jackie Wilson - A Woman, A Lover, A Friend
4. Chubby Checker - The Twist
5. Dinah Washington - This Bitter Earth

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 2nd is Virgo.

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

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September 02, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 02, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 02, 1960 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 02, 1960 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 September 02, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 05:31 pm and setting at 04:08 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1960.

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Someone born on September 02, 1960 is:

64 years 8 months old,

or 776 months and 12 days old,

or 3375 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23630 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 02, 1960?

There are 111 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday September 2nd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 02, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on September 02, 1960.

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