What happened on Monday August 09, 1954?

Here's what happened on August 09, 1954:

• Avianca Lockheed Constellation Fatal Crash in Azores On August 9, 1954, an Avianca Lockheed L-749A-79 Constellation (registration HK-163) crashed into high ground near Monte de Boi on Terceira Island in the Azores, just three minutes after taking off from Lajes Field. The aircraft was en route to Bermuda when it struck an elevation at 620 meters (2,034 feet), resulting in the tragic loss of all 30 passengers and crew members. At the time, this incident was recorded as the second-deadliest aviation accident in Portugal's history, highlighting the significant risks of mid-20th century air travel.
• Hall of Fame Baseball Game: Yankees Comeback Victory On August 9, 1954, the 13th Hall of Fame Game at Doubleday Field featured a dramatic comeback by the New York Yankees. The Cincinnati Reds had built a substantial five-run lead in the top of the ninth inning, but the Yankees mounted an impressive rally to ultimately win the game 10-9, demonstrating the unpredictable and exciting nature of baseball.

Events in 1954

August 09, 1954: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 09, 1954

Newspapers from Aug. 09, 1954

August 09, 1954 was a Monday and it was the 221st day of the year 1954 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 09, 1954 can also be written as 8/9/1954 in the US and as 9/8/1954 in UK and Europe.

August 09, 1954 in August 1954 calendar

Famous people born on August 09, 1954:

• Pierre Mongin

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Famous people born in 1954

Famous people born on August 9th

Famous people died on August 09, 1954:

• Vito Marcantonio

Famous people who died in 1954

Famous people who died on August 9th

August 09, 1954: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 09, 1954 was Cara Mia by David Whitfield (Mantovani & His Orchestra), according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

1. David Whitfield (Mantovani & His Orchestra) - Cara Mia
2. Patti Page - What A Dream

August 09, 1954: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 09, 1954 was Cara Mia by David Whitfield With Mantovani & His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week August 9th and August 15th.

1. David Whitfield With Mantovani & His Orchestra - Cara Mia
2. Kitty Kallen - Little Things Mean A Lot
3. Frank Sinatra - Three Coins In The Fountain
4. Perry Como - Idle Gossip
5. Doris Day - Secret Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 9th is Leo.

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August 09, 1954: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 09, 1954 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 09, 1954 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 09, 1954 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 August 09, 1954 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 81% full, rising at 04:40 pm and setting at 01:48 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 16, 1954 while the next full moon would come on Aug 14, 1954.

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Your place in the Universe on August 09, 1954

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Someone born on August 09, 1954 is:

70 years 9 months old,

or 849 months and 5 days old,

or 3692 weeks and 2 days old,

or 25846 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 09, 1954?

There are 87 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 9th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 09, 1954?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 09, 1954.

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