What happened on Tuesday August 09, 1960?

Here's what happened on August 09, 1960:

• Laotian Government Overthrown in Military Coup A significant political upheaval occurred in Laos when Captain Kong Le led a military coup supported by rebellious army units. The coup took place while Prime Minister Samsonith was in Luang Prabang preparing for the late King's funeral. In the aftermath, former Premier Souvanna Phouma formed a new cabinet on August 15, and potential civil conflict was averted when the new King intervened, requesting a ministry that included members of the previous regime. The legislature ultimately approved the new ministry on August 31.
• South Kasai Declares Independence from Congo The region of South Kasai formally seceded from the Republic of Congo, marking a significant moment in the post-colonial political landscape of Central Africa.
• Racial Tensions Erupt in Jacksonville, Florida A race riot broke out in Jacksonville, Florida, highlighting the ongoing racial tensions and social conflicts in the United States during the civil rights era.
• Alaska Capital Location Referendum Alaskan voters participated in a referendum to decide on the potential relocation of the state capital. The referendum resulted in voters choosing to maintain Juneau as the capital, rejecting a proposal to construct a new capital site between the Cook Inlet and Fairbanks.

Events in 1960

August 09, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 09, 1960

Newspapers from Aug. 09, 1960

August 09, 1960 was a Tuesday and it was the 222nd day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 09, 1960 can also be written as 8/9/1960 in the US and as 9/8/1960 in UK and Europe.

August 09, 1960 in August 1960 calendar

Famous people born on August 09, 1960:

• Eric Escoffier

  Eric Escoffier was a French mountain climber and alpinist who tragically disappeared while attempting to climb Broad Peak in Pakistan.

• Barbara de Rossi

  Barbara de rossi is an italian actress known for her roles in various italian films and television shows.

Famous people born in 1960

Famous people born on August 9th

Famous people died on August 09, 1960:

• Richard Cramer
• Bernard Ogilvie Dodge
• Wilhelm Schubart

Famous people who died in 1960

Famous people who died on August 9th

August 09, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 09, 1960 was Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini by Brian Hyland, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

1. Brian Hyland - Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polkadot Bikini
2. Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
3. Elvis Presley - It's Now Or Never
4. Roy Orbison - Only The Lonely (Know The Way I Feel)
5. Hollywood Argyles - Alley-Oop

August 09, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 09, 1960 was Please Don't Tease by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

1. Cliff Richard - Please Don't Tease
2. The Shadows - Apache
3. Johnny Kidd & The Pirates - Shakin' All Over
4. Elvis Presley - Mess Of Blues
5. Duane Eddy - Because They're Young

August 09, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 09, 1960 was A Woman, A Lover, A Friend by Jackie Wilson, according to the music chart for the week August 8th and August 14th.

1. Jackie Wilson - A Woman, A Lover, A Friend
2. Fats Domino - Walking To New Orleans
3. Ike & Tina Turner - A Fool In Love
4. Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
5. Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Question

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

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 09, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 09, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 09, 1960 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 09, 1960 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, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 09:40 pm and setting at 09:58 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Sep 05, 1960.

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Someone born on August 09, 1960 is:

64 years 9 months old,

or 777 months and 5 days old,

or 3379 weeks and 1 day old,

or 23654 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 09, 1960?

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, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 09, 1960.

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