What happened on Thursday February 10, 1966?

Here's what happened on February 10, 1966:

• Soviet Dissidents Sentenced for Anti-Soviet Writings Soviet writers Yuli Daniel and Andrei Sinyavsky were sentenced to harsh prison terms of 5 and 7 years, respectively, for publishing works critical of the Soviet regime. Their trial was a significant moment in Soviet intellectual repression, highlighting the government's intolerance of dissent and free expression during the Cold War era.
• Publication of 'Valley of the Dolls' Jacqueline Susann's groundbreaking novel 'Valley of the Dolls' was released by Bernard Geis Associates, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon and bestseller. The book, known for its frank depiction of women's lives, sexuality, and struggles in mid-20th century America, marked a significant moment in popular literature.
• Harmel Government Resigns in Belgium The Belgian government led by Prime Minister Pierre Harmel resigned, triggering a political transition and potential reshuffling of the country's parliamentary representation. This event reflects the complex political landscape of mid-1960s Belgium and its ongoing governmental challenges.

Events in 1966

February 10, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 10, 1966

Newspapers from Feb. 10, 1966

February 10, 1966 was a Thursday and it was the 41st day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 10, 1966 can also be written as 2/10/1966 in the US and as 10/2/1966 in UK and Europe.

February 10, 1966 in February 1966 calendar

Famous people born on February 10, 1966:

• Gary McKinnon

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Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on February 10th

Famous people died on February 10, 1966:

• Billy Rose

  American composer and songwriter (b. 1899).

• John Edelsten
• John F.C. Fuller
• Osie Johnson

Famous people who died in 1966

Famous people who died on February 10th

February 10, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 10, 1966 was My Love by Petula Clark, according to the music chart for the week February 7th and February 13th.

1. Petula Clark - My Love
2. Lou Christie - Lightnin' Strikes
3. Stevie Wonder - Uptight (Everything's Alright)
4. The Beach Boys - Barbara Ann
5. The Beatles - We Can Work It Out

February 10, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 10, 1966 was These Boots Are Made For Walkin' by Nancy Sinatra, according to the music chart for the week February 7th and February 13th.

1. Nancy Sinatra - These Boots Are Made For Walkin'
2. The Overlanders - Michelle
3. Crispian St Peters - You Were On My Mind
4. The Rolling Stones - Nineteenth Nervous Breakdown
5. Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass - Spanish Flea

February 10, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 10, 1966 was Uptight (Everything's Alright) by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week February 7th and February 13th.

1. Stevie Wonder - Uptight (Everything's Alright)
2. Slim Harpo - Baby Scratch My Back
3. The Miracles - Going To A Go-Go
4. The Marvelettes - Don't Mess With Bill
5. Lee Dorsey - Get Out Of My Life, Woman

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 10th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 10, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 10, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 10, 1966 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 10, 1966 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 February 10, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 57% full, rising at 10:28 pm and setting at 10:25 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 05, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Mar 07, 1966.

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Your place in the Universe on February 10, 1966

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Someone born on February 10, 1966 is:

59 years 3 months old,

or 711 months and 4 days old,

or 3091 weeks and 6 days old,

or 21643 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 10, 1966?

There are 273 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday February 10th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 10, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 10, 1966.

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