What happened on Tuesday April 09, 1957?

Here's what happened on April 09, 1957:

• Suez Canal Reopens The Suez Canal in Egypt is officially cleared and reopened to international shipping following the tumultuous Suez Crisis. This marks a significant moment in post-colonial geopolitical relations and international maritime trade.
• Singapore Self-Rule Announcement The United Kingdom announces that Singapore will gain self-rule on January 1, 1958, signaling an important step in the decolonization process and Singapore's path to independence.
• Censorship of 'Howl' U.S. customs officials seize Allen Ginsberg's groundbreaking poem 'Howl', printed in England, on grounds of obscenity. This event highlights the cultural tensions and censorship challenges of the late 1950s.
• Severiano Ballesteros Birth Severiano Ballesteros, a legendary Spanish professional golfer known for his remarkable achievements in the British Open, is born. He would go on to win the prestigious tournament three times in 1979, 1984, and 1988, becoming one of golf's most iconic players.
• Howard Hanson's 'Song of Democracy' Premiere Howard Hanson's patriotic musical composition 'Song of Democracy' premieres in Washington, D.C., reflecting the cultural and artistic landscape of mid-20th century America.

Events in 1957

April 09, 1957: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 09, 1957

Newspapers from Apr. 09, 1957

April 09, 1957 was a Tuesday and it was the 99th day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 09, 1957 can also be written as 4/9/1957 in the US and as 9/4/1957 in UK and Europe.

April 09, 1957 in April 1957 calendar

Famous people born on April 09, 1957:

• Seve Ballesteros

  Legendary Spanish golfer who revolutionized golf with his creative and passionate playing style.

• Martin Margiela

  Influential Belgian fashion designer known for his avant-garde and deconstructive approach to fashion.

• André Manoukian

  French musician and composer of Armenian descent, known for his role as a jury member in the popular TV series 'Nouvelle Star'.

• Kyle Macy

Famous people born in 1957

Famous people born on April 9th

Famous people died on April 09, 1957:

• Gaetano De Sanctis
• Adolfo Magrini
• Pedro Opazo

Famous people who died in 1957

Famous people who died on April 9th

April 09, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 09, 1957 was Butterfly by Andy Williams, according to the music chart for the week April 8th and April 14th.

1. Andy Williams - Butterfly
2. Buddy Knox - Party Doll
3. Perry Como - Round And Round
4. The Diamonds - Little Darlin'
5. Fats Domino - I'm Walkin'

April 09, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 09, 1957 was Cumberland Gap by Lonnie Donegan, according to the music chart for the week April 8th and April 14th.

1. Lonnie Donegan - Cumberland Gap
2. Tab Hunter - Young Love
3. Harry Belafonte - The Banana Boat Song
4. Pat Boone - Don't Forbid Me
5. Little Richard - Long Tall Sally

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 9th is Aries.

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April 09, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 09, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 09, 1957 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 09, 1957 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 09, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 01:08 pm and setting at 02:47 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 16, 1957 while the next full moon would come on Apr 14, 1957.

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Your place in the Universe on April 09, 1957

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Someone born on April 09, 1957 is:

68 years 1 month old,

or 817 months and 5 days old,

or 3553 weeks and 1 day old,

or 24872 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 09, 1957?

There are 330 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday April 9th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 09, 1957?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 09, 1957.

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