What happened on Friday December 06, 1974?

Here's what happened on December 06, 1974:

• New York Stock Exchange Reaches Historic Low Point The New York Stock Exchange experienced a significant downturn, closing at 577.60 points—its lowest level since October 26, 1962—reflecting the economic challenges and market volatility of the mid-1970s.
• Passing of Soviet Naval Legend Admiral Nikolai Kuznetsov Admiral Nikolai Kuznetsov, a distinguished 70-year-old Soviet naval officer who commanded the Soviet Navy during World War II and was the first to reach the rank of Admiral of the Fleet of the Soviet Union, died, marking the end of a significant military career.
• TWA Flight 514 Crash Claims High-Ranking Military Officer A tragic aviation accident occurred when TWA Flight 514 crashed, resulting in the death of U.S. Army Brigadier General Roscoe 'Rock' Cartwright, 55, and his wife Gloria. The incident highlighted the risks of air travel during the 1970s and the potential loss of significant military leadership.
• Passing of Indian Freedom Fighter Sucheta Kripalani Sucheta Kripalani, a notable 66-year-old Indian freedom fighter and politician, died of a heart attack, leaving behind a significant legacy in India's independence movement and political landscape.
• Death of Chinese Communist Party Politician Teng Daiyuan, a prominent 70-year-old Chinese military leader and Chinese Communist Party politician, passed away, marking the end of an era in mid-20th century Chinese political leadership.
• Death of Pioneering Aircraft Designer Robert Bartini Robert Bartini, a 77-year-old Hungarian-born Soviet aircraft designer known for his innovative contributions to aviation technology, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of engineering achievements.
• Tragic Death of Scholar Anita Brenner Anita Brenner (born Hanna Brenner), a 69-year-old transnational Jewish scholar and author specializing in Mexican history and culture, died in a tragic traffic collision, cutting short her influential academic career.
• George Harrison Releases Musical Single George Harrison, former member of The Beatles, released the single 'Ding Dong, Ding Dong', contributing to his post-Beatles musical career and the pop music landscape of the 1970s.

Events in 1974

December 06, 1974: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 06, 1974

Newspapers from Dec. 06, 1974

December 06, 1974 was a Friday and it was the 340th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 06, 1974 can also be written as 12/6/1974 in the US and as 6/12/1974 in UK and Europe.

December 06, 1974 in December 1974 calendar

Famous people born on December 06, 1974:

• Jens Pulver

  Renowned American mixed martial artist and boxer who was a UFC Lightweight Champion and pioneering figure in the sport's early days.

Famous people born in 1974

Famous people born on December 6th

Famous people died on December 06, 1974:

• Nikolay Kuznetsov

  Soviet naval officer (b. 1904).

• Maximilian de Angelis
• Roberto Oros di Bartini
• Gérard de Balorre

Famous people who died in 1974

Famous people who died on December 6th

December 06, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 06, 1974 was Kung Fu Fighting by Carl Douglas, according to the music chart for the week December 2nd and December 8th.

1. Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
2. Billy Swan - I Can Help
3. The Three Degrees - When Will I See You Again
4. B.T. Express - Do It ('Til You're Satisfied)
5. Harry Chapin - Cat's In The Cradle

December 06, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 06, 1974 was Lonely This Christmas by Mud, according to the music chart for the week December 2nd and December 8th.

1. Mud - Lonely This Christmas
2. Bachman-Turner Overdrive - You Ain't Seen Nothing Yet
3. The Rubettes - Juke Box Jive
4. Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
5. Wombles - Wombling Merry Christmas

December 06, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 06, 1974 was I Feel A Song (in My Heart) by Gladys Knight And The Pips, according to the music chart for the week December 2nd and December 8th.

1. Gladys Knight And The Pips - I Feel A Song (in My Heart)
2. Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - You Got The Love
3. Tavares - She's Gone
4. Al Green - Sha-La-La (Make Me Happy)
5. Blue Magic - Three Ring Circus

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 6th is Sagittarius.

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December 06, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 06, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 06, 1974 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 06, 1974 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 06, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 35% full, rising at 11:28 pm and setting at 12:32 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 29, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Dec 29, 1974.

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Someone born on December 06, 1974 is:

50 years 4 months old,

or 604 months and 17 days old,

or 2628 weeks and 5 days old,

or 18401 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 06, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 06, 1974.

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