What happened on Saturday November 04, 1961?

Here's what happened on November 04, 1961:

• CIA Issues Secret Memorandum on Cuban Operation The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) issued a confidential memorandum recommending subsequent strategic actions related to the ongoing Cuban operation, likely referring to planning surrounding the Bay of Pigs aftermath or early Cold War interventions.
• Konstantinos Karamanlis Becomes Prime Minister of Greece Konstantinos Karamanlis assumed the role of Prime Minister of Greece, marking a significant moment in the country's post-war political landscape. Karamanlis was a prominent conservative politician who would play a crucial role in Greece's transition to democracy and its integration with European institutions.
• Rai 2 Television Network Launches in Italy Italy's second national television network, Rai 2, began broadcasting, expanding the country's television infrastructure. This launch complemented the original RAI (Radiotelevisione Italiana) network that had been established in 1954, signaling growth in Italian media and communication technologies.
• Kathy Griffin Born Kathy Griffin, a prominent American comedienne, actress, and television personality, was born. Known for her provocative and satirical comedy style, Griffin would later become famous for her stand-up performances and reality television show.
• Daron Hagen Born Daron Hagen, an accomplished American composer, conductor, and collaborative pianist, was born. Hagen would go on to make significant contributions to contemporary classical music composition and performance.
• Nigel Worthington Born Nigel Worthington, a Northern Irish footballer and later football manager, was born. He would have a notable career in professional football, representing Northern Ireland and managing national teams.

Events in 1961

November 04, 1961: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Nov. 04, 1961

Newspapers from Nov. 04, 1961

November 04, 1961 was a Saturday and it was the 308th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 04, 1961 can also be written as 11/4/1961 in the US and as 4/11/1961 in UK and Europe.

November 04, 1961 in November 1961 calendar

Famous people born on November 04, 1961:

• Ralph Macchio

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Famous people born in 1961

Famous people born on November 4th

Famous people died on November 04, 1961:

• XII conte di Stair John Dalrymple
• Fritz Stein

Famous people who died in 1961

Famous people who died on November 4th

November 04, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 04, 1961 was Runaround Sue by Dion, according to the music chart for the week October 30th and November 5th.

1. Dion - Runaround Sue
2. The Dovells - Bristol Stomp
3. Jimmy Dean - Big Bad John
4. Ray Charles - Hit The Road Jack
5. The Paris Sisters - I Love How You Love Me

November 04, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 04, 1961 was His Latest Flame / Little Sisters by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week October 30th and November 5th.

1. Elvis Presley - His Latest Flame / Little Sisters
2. Helen Shapiro - Walking Back To Happiness
3. Cliff Richard - When The Girl In Your Arms Is The Girl In Your Heart
4. John Leyton - Wild Wind

November 04, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 04, 1961 was Hit The Road Jack by Ray Charles and his Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week October 30th and November 5th.

1. Ray Charles and his Orchestra - Hit The Road Jack
2. The Marvelettes - Please Mr. Postman
3. Lee Dorsey - Ya Ya
4. Ike & Tina Turner - It's Gonna Work Out Fine
5. Tommy Hunt - Human

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 4th is Scorpio.

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Babies born in November are either Scorpio or Sagittarius. People born before November 21st are Scorpio, while people born from November 22nd have the sign of Sagittarius.

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November 04, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 04, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on November 04, 1961 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 04, 1961 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 November 04, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 6% full, rising at 02:30 am and setting at 03:45 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 23, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Nov 22, 1961.

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Your place in the Universe on November 04, 1961

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Someone born on November 04, 1961 is:

63 years 6 months old,

or 762 months and 10 days old,

or 3314 weeks and 4 days old,

or 23202 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on November 04, 1961?

There are 174 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday November 4th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on November 04, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on November 04, 1961.

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