What happened on Saturday June 08, 1974?

Here's what happened on June 08, 1974:

• Significant Tornado Outbreak in Southern Great Plains and Upper Midwest On June 8, 1974, a devastating tornado outbreak swept through portions of the southern Great Plains and Upper Midwest. The event was particularly severe, producing 36 tornadoes, with at least 19 classified as significant or intense. This outbreak became the second-deadliest June tornado event in Oklahoma's history, resulting in 16 deaths statewide. The most destructive tornado was an F4 that struck Drumright, Oklahoma, killing 14 people, with 12 fatalities in the town itself. Another deadly F4 tornado hit Emporia, Kansas, causing six additional fatalities.
• US-Saudi Military-Economic Cooperation The United States and Saudi Arabia formalized a significant military-economic contract, marking an important moment in bilateral relations and strategic partnership.
• 106th Belmont Stakes Miguel Rivera rode Little Current to victory in the 106th Belmont Stakes, completing the race in an impressive time of 2:29.2.
• Rick Wakeman Leaves Progressive Rock Band Yes Keyboardist Rick Wakeman departed from the influential progressive rock group Yes, a move that would have significant implications for the band's musical direction and lineup.

Events in 1974

June 08, 1974: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 08, 1974

Newspapers from Jun. 08, 1974

June 08, 1974 was a Saturday and it was the 159th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 08, 1974 can also be written as 6/8/1974 in the US and as 8/6/1974 in UK and Europe.

June 08, 1974 in June 1974 calendar

Famous people born on June 08, 1974:

• Bear Grylls

  Famous British adventurer, writer, television presenter, and survival expert known for his extreme outdoor survival shows.

• Dave Filoni

  Renowned animator, director, and producer, best known for his work on Star Wars animated series like The Clone Wars and The Mandalorian.

• Lauren Burns

  Olympic gold medalist in taekwondo from Australia, who won gold at the 2000 Sydney Olympics in the 49 kg category.

• Vanessa Glodjo

Famous people born in 1974

Famous people born on June 8th

June 08, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 08, 1974 was Band On The Run by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week June 3rd and June 9th.

1. Paul McCartney - Band On The Run
2. Ray Stevens - The Streak
3. The Stylistics - You Make Me Feel Brand New
4. Jackson 5 - Dancing Machine
5. Gordon Lightfoot - Sundown

June 08, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 08, 1974 was The Streak by Ray Stevens, according to the music chart for the week June 3rd and June 9th.

1. Ray Stevens - The Streak
2. Showaddywaddy - Hey Rock And Roll
3. The Rubettes - Sugar Baby Love
4. Gary Glitter - Always Yours
5. R Dean Taylor - There's A Ghost In My House

June 08, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 08, 1974 was Hollywood Swinging by Kool & The Gang, according to the music chart for the week June 3rd and June 9th.

1. Kool & The Gang - Hollywood Swinging
2. William DeVaughn - Be Thankful For What You Got
3. Four Tops - One Chain Don't Make No Prison
4. Blue Magic - Sideshow
5. The O'Jays - For The Love Of Money

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 8th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 08, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 08, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 08, 1974 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 08, 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 June 08, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 10:34 pm and setting at 09:40 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 04, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Jul 04, 1974.

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Your place in the Universe on June 08, 1974

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Someone born on June 08, 1974 is:

50 years 11 months old,

or 611 months and 29 days old,

or 2660 weeks and 6 days old,

or 18626 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 08, 1974?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 08, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 08, 1974.

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