What happened on Friday December 07, 1962?

Here's what happened on December 07, 1962:

• Atlas Supercomputer Dedicated The groundbreaking Atlas supercomputer, the world's most powerful computer at the time with 576 KB storage, is dedicated at the University of Manchester. It was the first system designed for multiprogramming and would be a technological landmark for the next decade.
• First Session of Second Vatican Council Concludes The first period of the Second Vatican Council comes to a close, representing a significant moment in modern Catholic Church history and potential reforms.
• Brunei Revolt Begins Indonesian Confrontation The North Kalimantan National Army initiates a revolt in Brunei, marking the initial stages of the Indonesian Confrontation, a significant regional conflict.
• British Nuclear Test in Nevada Great Britain conducted a nuclear weapons test at the Nevada Test Site, demonstrating its nuclear capabilities during the Cold War era.
• New York City Newspaper Strike Begins A major newspaper strike commences in New York City, affecting all major newspapers and lasting for an unprecedented 114 days, significantly impacting media and communication.
• Monaco Constitutional Reform Prince Rainier III of Monaco implemented significant constitutional reforms, reducing his autocratic powers by establishing advisory and legislative councils, marking a pivotal moment in the principality's governance.
• Former Dutch Queen Wilhelmina Buried The funeral of former Dutch Queen Wilhelmina takes place at the New Church in Delft, marking the end of an era for the Dutch royal family.
• Bill Wyman Joins The Rolling Stones Bill Wyman is hired as the bass player for The Rolling Stones, a pivotal moment in the formation of one of the most iconic rock bands in music history.

Events in 1962

December 07, 1962: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 07, 1962

Newspapers from Dec. 07, 1962

December 07, 1962 was a Friday and it was the 341st day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 07, 1962 can also be written as 12/7/1962 in the US and as 7/12/1962 in UK and Europe.

December 07, 1962 in December 1962 calendar

Famous people born on December 07, 1962:

• Alain Blondel

  French decathlete who won the European Championship title in decathlon in 1994, marking a significant achievement in his athletic career.

• Philippe Résimont

  Belgian comedian known for his work in entertainment and comedy performances.

• Colin Salmon

  British actor known for his roles in film and television, including appearances in James Bond films and various TV series.

• Richard Brooks

Famous people born in 1962

Famous people born on December 7th

Famous people died on December 07, 1962:

• Kirsten Flagstad

  Renowned Norwegian dramatic soprano, considered one of the greatest Wagnerian sopranos of the 20th century.

Famous people who died in 1962

Famous people who died on December 7th

December 07, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 07, 1962 was Big Girls Don't Cry by The 4 Seasons, according to the music chart for the week December 3rd and December 9th.

1. The 4 Seasons - Big Girls Don't Cry
2. Elvis Presley - Return To Sender
3. Marcie Blane - Bobby's Girl
4. The Orlons - Don't Hang Up
5. Dee Dee Sharp - Ride

December 07, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 07, 1962 was Return To Sender by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week December 3rd and December 9th.

1. Elvis Presley - Return To Sender
2. Frank Ifield - Lovesick Blues
3. Cliff Richard - The Next Time / Bachelor Boy
4. Duane Eddy - Dance With The Guitar Man
5. Rolf Harris - Sun Arise

December 07, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 07, 1962 was Release Me by "Little Esther" Phillips, according to the music chart for the week December 3rd and December 9th.

1. "Little Esther" Phillips - Release Me
2. The 4 Seasons - Big Girls Don't Cry
3. The Orlons - Don't Hang Up
4. Chubby Checker - Limbo Rock
5. Sam Cooke - Nothing Can Change This Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 7th 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 07, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 07, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 07, 1962 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 07, 1962 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 07, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 87% full, rising at 02:19 pm and setting at 03:33 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 11, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Dec 11, 1962.

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Your place in the Universe on December 07, 1962

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Someone born on December 07, 1962 is:

62 years 4 months old,

or 748 months and 28 days old,

or 3256 weeks and 3 days old,

or 22795 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 07, 1962?

There are 216 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 7th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 07, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 07, 1962.

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