What happened on Wednesday April 10, 1963?

Here's what happened on April 10, 1963:

• USS Thresher Submarine Disaster The USS Thresher, a nuclear-powered submarine, tragically sank during deep-diving sea trials approximately 220 miles east of Boston, Massachusetts. The catastrophic incident resulted in the loss of all 129 personnel on board, including 112 U.S. Navy personnel and 17 civilian technicians. This event is considered one of the most significant submarine disasters in U.S. naval history, leading to major changes in submarine safety protocols and design.
• Civil Rights Protest Arrests in Birmingham Civil rights leaders Martin Luther King, Jr., Ralph Abernathy, Fred Shuttlesworth, and other activists were arrested in Birmingham, Alabama, for protesting without a permit. This event was part of the broader Civil Rights Movement's campaign to challenge segregation and racial discrimination through non-violent civil disobedience.
• U.S. Nuclear Test at Nevada Test Site The United States conducted a nuclear test at the Nevada Test Site, continuing Cold War-era nuclear weapons research and development. These tests were part of ongoing efforts to advance nuclear technology and maintain strategic military capabilities during the height of the Cold War.
• Soviet Submarine Collision in Danish Straits The Soviet nuclear-powered submarine K-33 collided with the Finnish merchant vessel M/S Finnclipper in the Danish Straits. Despite severe damage, both vessels managed to reach port, highlighting the maritime risks during the Cold War era.

Events in 1963

April 10, 1963: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 10, 1963

Newspapers from Apr. 10, 1963

April 10, 1963 was a Wednesday and it was the 100th day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 10, 1963 can also be written as 4/10/1963 in the US and as 10/4/1963 in UK and Europe.

April 10, 1963 in April 1963 calendar

Famous people born on April 10, 1963:

• Marc Jacobs

  Renowned American fashion designer known for his influential work in the fashion industry.

• Doris Leuthard

  Prominent Swiss politician who served as the 162nd President of the Swiss Confederation, with a distinguished career in law and national...

• Mark Oliver Everett
• Peter Morgan
• Warren DeMartini

Famous people born in 1963

Famous people born on April 10th

Famous people died on April 10, 1963:

• Nando Bruno

Famous people who died in 1963

Famous people who died on April 10th

April 10, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 10, 1963 was He's So Fine by The Chiffons, according to the music chart for the week April 8th and April 14th.

1. The Chiffons - He's So Fine
2. Andy Williams - Can't Get Used To Losing You
3. The Orlons - South Street
4. Skeeter Davis - The End Of The World
5. Jackie Wilson - Baby Workout

April 10, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 10, 1963 was How Do You Do It? by Gerry & The Pacemakers, according to the music chart for the week April 8th and April 14th.

1. Gerry & The Pacemakers - How Do You Do It?
2. Ned Miller - From A Jack To A King
3. Cliff Richard - Summer Holiday
4. The Shadows - Foot Tapper
5. Buddy Holly - Brown-Eyed Handsome Man

April 10, 1963: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 10, 1963 was He's So Fine by The Chiffons, according to the music chart for the week April 8th and April 14th.

1. The Chiffons - He's So Fine
2. Ruby And The Romantics - Our Day Will Come
3. Jackie Wilson - Baby Workout
4. Skeeter Davis - The End Of The World
5. The Orlons - South Street

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 10th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 10, 1963: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 10, 1963 is Rabbit and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 10, 1963 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 10, 1963 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 10, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 94% full, rising at 08:05 pm and setting at 07:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 09, 1963 while the next full moon would come on May 08, 1963.

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Someone born on April 10, 1963 is:

62 years 1 month old,

or 745 months and 4 days old,

or 3240 weeks

or 22680 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 10, 1963?

There are 331 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 10th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 10, 1963?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 10, 1963.

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