What happened on Monday December 05, 1966?

Here's what happened on December 05, 1966:

• Launch of First Equatorial Synchronous Satellite The United States launched the ATS-1 (Applications Technology Satellite), a groundbreaking experimental satellite positioned in geostationary orbit at 23,000 miles above the equator. Equipped with the Spin Scan Cloud Camera developed by University of Wisconsin scientists, it could capture full photos of the Western Hemisphere every 30 minutes, revolutionizing meteorological and Earth observation capabilities.
• Bình Hòa Massacre During Vietnam War South Korean troops surrounded the village of Bình Hòa, leading to a devastating massacre in Quảng Ngãi Province, South Vietnam. Over two days, 456 civilians, including men, women, and children, were killed. The incident remained largely unreported until the late 1980s, highlighting the brutal nature of the Vietnam War.
• Failed Negotiations Between Britain and Rhodesia British Prime Minister Harold Wilson and Rhodesian Prime Minister Ian Smith attempted negotiations aboard HMS Tiger in the Mediterranean regarding Rhodesian independence. The Rhodesian government ultimately rejected the British 'Tiger Pact', which demanded restoration of colonial governance and control of armed forces and police.
• Anti-Portuguese Riot in Macau A significant anti-Portuguese demonstration escalated into a violent riot in Macau, resulting in eight Chinese protesters killed by Portuguese riot police and hundreds injured. This event, known as the '123 Incident', is considered a pivotal moment in Macau's transition away from Portuguese control, predating the official handover in 1999.
• Broadway Musical 'I Do! I Do!' Opens in New York City The musical 'I Do! I Do!' premiered at the 46th Street Theater in New York City, launching a successful run of 561 performances. The musical, which celebrates marriage, would become a notable theatrical production of the 1960s.

Events in 1966

December 05, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 05, 1966

Newspapers from Dec. 05, 1966

December 05, 1966 was a Monday and it was the 339th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 05, 1966 can also be written as 12/5/1966 in the US and as 5/12/1966 in UK and Europe.

December 05, 1966 in December 1966 calendar

Famous people born on December 05, 1966:

• Patricia Kaas

  Renowned French chanson singer with a distinctive soulful voice, known for her powerful performances and international success in the 1980s...

• Fred Armisen

  Acclaimed comedian, actor, and writer, best known for his work on Saturday Night Live and Portlandia.

• Manish Malhotra
• Lee Seung-cheol
• Johan Renck

Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on December 5th

Famous people died on December 05, 1966:

• Sylvère Maes
• Alessandro Marchetti

Famous people who died in 1966

Famous people who died on December 5th

December 05, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 05, 1966 was Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys, according to the music chart for the week December 5th and December 11th.

1. The Beach Boys - Good Vibrations
2. Donovan - Mellow Yellow
3. The New Vaudeville Band - Winchester Cathedral
4. Mitch Ryder - Devil With A Blue Dress On & Good Golly Miss Molly
5. The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On

December 05, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 05, 1966 was Green Green Grass Of Home by Tom Jones, according to the music chart for the week December 5th and December 11th.

1. Tom Jones - Green Green Grass Of Home
2. Val Doonican - What Would I Be
3. The Beach Boys - Good Vibrations
4. The Seekers - Morningtown Ride
5. The Small Faces - My Mind's Eye

December 05, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 05, 1966 was You Keep Me Hangin' On by The Supremes, according to the music chart for the week December 5th and December 11th.

1. The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On
2. B.B. King - Don't Answer The Door - Part 1
3. Martha & The Vandellas - I'm Ready For Love
4. James Brown And The Famous Flames - Don't Be A Drop-Out
5. James & Bobby Purify - I'm Your Puppet

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 5th is Sagittarius.

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

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December 05, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 05, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 05, 1966 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 05, 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 December 05, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 33% full, rising at 11:20 pm and setting at 01:20 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 28, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Dec 27, 1966.

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Your place in the Universe on December 05, 1966

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Someone born on December 05, 1966 is:

58 years 5 months old,

or 701 months and 9 days old,

or 3049 weeks and 2 days old,

or 21345 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 05, 1966?

There are 205 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday December 5th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 05, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 05, 1966.

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