What happened on Wednesday April 06, 1955?

Here's what happened on April 06, 1955:

• Anthony Eden Becomes UK Prime Minister Anthony Eden succeeded Winston Churchill as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, marking a significant transition in British political leadership during the post-World War II era.
• US Nuclear Test in Nevada The United States conducted a nuclear test at the Nevada Test Site, continuing the Cold War era's nuclear weapons development and testing program.
• Radio Emissions from Jupiter Discovered Scientists Burke and Franklin announced the groundbreaking discovery of radio emissions from Jupiter during a meeting of the American Astronomical Society, expanding human understanding of planetary physics and astronomy.
• Failed Coup Attempt in Yemen Abdullah Seif el-Islam attempted a coup in Yemen, which was ultimately unsuccessful. This event highlights the political instability in Yemen during the mid-1950s.
• 3 for Tonight Broadway Premiere The theatrical production '3 for Tonight' opened at the Plymouth Theater in New York City, running for 85 performances. This musical showcased the vibrant Broadway theater scene of the mid-1950s.

Events in 1955

April 06, 1955: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 06, 1955

Newspapers from Apr. 06, 1955

April 06, 1955 was a Wednesday and it was the 96th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 06, 1955 can also be written as 4/6/1955 in the US and as 6/4/1955 in UK and Europe.

April 06, 1955 in April 1955 calendar

Famous people born on April 06, 1955:

• Michael Rooker

  Michael Rooker is a versatile American actor known for his intense performances in independent films and blockbuster movies like 'Henry:...

• Cathy Jones

  Canadian comedian and writer who was a key member of the iconic satirical comedy series 'This Hour Has 22 Minutes', known for her sharp wit...

• Anthony Horowitz

  Prolific British author renowned for his young adult fiction, detective novels, and screenwriting, including the popular Alex Rider series...

• Rob Epstein
• Keith Hunter Jesperson

Famous people born in 1955

Famous people born on April 6th

Famous people died on April 06, 1955:

• Reginald Stephens

Famous people who died in 1955

Famous people who died on April 6th

April 06, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 06, 1955 was Unchained Melody by Al Hibbler, according to the music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

1. Al Hibbler - Unchained Melody
2. Caterina Valente - The Breeze And I (Andalucia)
3. Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
4. Four Aces - Melody Of Love
5. Fess Parker - Ballad Of Davy Crockett

April 06, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 06, 1955 was Give Me Your Word by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week April 4th and April 10th.

1. Tennessee Ernie Ford - Give Me Your Word
2. Perez 'Prez' Prado & His Orchestra - Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White
3. Ruby Murray - Softly Softly
4. Ruby Murray With Anne Warren - If Anyone Finds This I Love You
5. Eddie Fisher - (I'm Always Hearing) Wedding Bells

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 6th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 06, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 06, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 06, 1955 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 06, 1955 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 April 06, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 06:11 pm and setting at 05:16 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 08, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Apr 07, 1955.

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Your place in the Universe on April 06, 1955

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Someone born on April 06, 1955 is:

70 years 1 month old,

or 841 months and 18 days old,

or 3659 weeks and 3 days old,

or 25616 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 06, 1955?

There are 317 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 6th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 06, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 06, 1955.

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