What happened on Friday September 04, 1959?

Here's what happened on September 04, 1959:

• Singapore Raises National Flag, Marking Transition from British Rule Singapore officially raised its new national flag, symbolizing the end of 140 years of British colonial rule. This momentous event represented a critical step in Singapore's journey towards independence and national identity. The flag-raising ceremony marked a significant milestone in the country's decolonization process and its emergence as a sovereign state.
• Singapore Raises National Flag, Marking Transition from British Rule Singapore officially raised its new national flag, symbolizing the end of 140 years of British colonial rule. This momentous event represented a critical step in Singapore's journey towards independence and national identity. The flag-raising ceremony marked a significant milestone in the country's decolonization process and its emergence as a sovereign state.
• American National Exhibition in Moscow Concludes The American National Exhibition at Moscow's Sokolniki Park concluded after a six-week run, which began on July 25. This cultural exchange event was a significant moment during the Cold War, allowing Soviet citizens to experience American technology, lifestyle, and culture firsthand. The exhibition was part of the broader cultural diplomacy efforts between the United States and the Soviet Union during a tense period of international relations.
• American National Exhibition in Moscow Concludes The American National Exhibition at Moscow's Sokolniki Park concluded after a six-week run, which began on July 25. This cultural exchange event was a significant moment during the Cold War, allowing Soviet citizens to experience American technology, lifestyle, and culture firsthand. The exhibition was part of the broader cultural diplomacy efforts between the United States and the Soviet Union during a tense period of international relations.

Events in 1959

September 04, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 04, 1959

Newspapers from Sep. 04, 1959

September 04, 1959 was a Friday and it was the 247th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 04, 1959 can also be written as 9/4/1959 in the US and as 4/9/1959 in UK and Europe.

September 04, 1959 in September 1959 calendar

Famous people died on September 04, 1959:

• Hazel Buckham
• Jean Houzeau de Lehaie

Famous people who died in 1959

Famous people who died on September 4th

September 04, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 04, 1959 was The Three Bells by The Browns, according to the music chart for the week August 31st and September 6th.

1. The Browns - The Three Bells
2. Phil Phillips - Sea Of Love
3. Santo and Johnny - Sleep Walk
4. Sammy Turner - Lavender-Blue
5. Lloyd Price - I'm Gonna Get Married

September 04, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 04, 1959 was Living Doll by Cliff Richard & The Drifters, according to the music chart for the week August 31st and September 6th.

1. Cliff Richard & The Drifters - Living Doll
2. Bobby Darin - Dream Lover
3. Lonnie Donegan - Battle Of New Orleans
4. Connie Francis - Lipstick On Your Collar
5. Paul Anka - Lonely Boy

September 04, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 04, 1959 was Thank You Pretty Baby by Brook Benton, according to the music chart for the week August 31st and September 6th.

1. Brook Benton - Thank You Pretty Baby
2. Lloyd Price - I'm Gonna Get Married
3. Ray Charles and his Orchestra - What'd I Say (Part I & II)
4. Fats Domino - I Want To Walk You Home
5. Nina Simone - I Loves You, Porgy

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 4th is Virgo.

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September 04, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 04, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 04, 1959 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 04, 1959 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 04, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 10% full, rising at 08:02 am and setting at 08:54 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 18, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Sep 17, 1959.

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Your place in the Universe on September 04, 1959

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Someone born on September 04, 1959 is:

65 years 8 months old,

or 788 months and 10 days old,

or 3427 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23994 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 04, 1959?

There are 113 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday September 4th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 04, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on September 04, 1959.

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