What happened on Monday June 10, 1963?

Here's what happened on June 10, 1963:

• Kennedy's Strategy of Peace Speech President John F. Kennedy delivered a landmark commencement address at American University, known as 'A Strategy of Peace'. In this pivotal speech, he addressed U.S.-Soviet relations, proposed halting nuclear weapons testing, and invited Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev to reciprocate, marking a significant diplomatic overture during the Cold War.
• George Wallace's Stand Against Integration Alabama Governor George C. Wallace symbolically stood in the doorway of the University of Alabama to protest integration, before ultimately stepping aside and allowing African American students James Hood and Vivian Malone to enroll, marking a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement.
• Kennedy's Civil Rights Address President John F. Kennedy delivered a historic Civil Rights Address, promising a Civil Rights Bill and advocating for equal treatment, emphasizing the fundamental principles of human dignity and equality.
• JFK's Peace Speech at American University President John F. Kennedy delivered a significant speech at American University, addressing international relations and proposing a path towards peaceful coexistence during the Cold War era.
• Murder of Medgar Evers Civil Rights activist Medgar Evers was murdered in Jackson, Mississippi. His killer was eventually convicted in 1994, decades after the crime, symbolizing the long struggle for justice in the Civil Rights era.
• Equal Pay Act of 1963 The Equal Pay Act of 1963 was signed into law by President John F. Kennedy, aiming to abolish wage disparity based on sex. This landmark legislation was a critical component of Kennedy's New Frontier Program, seeking to address gender-based economic discrimination in the workplace.
• Buddhist Monk's Self-Immolation in Saigon Buddhist monk Thích Quảng Ðức committed a profound act of self-immolation in Saigon, dramatically protesting the oppression of Buddhists under the Ngo Dinh Diem administration. This powerful act of political protest drew international attention to religious persecution in South Vietnam.
• Release of Cleopatra The epic historical drama film 'Cleopatra', starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, was released, becoming one of the most expensive and lavish productions of its time.
• University of Central Florida Established The Florida legislature officially established the University of Central Florida, expanding higher education opportunities in the state.

Events in 1963

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

Magazines from Jun. 10, 1963

Newspapers from Jun. 10, 1963

June 10, 1963 was a Monday and it was the 161st day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 10, 1963 can also be written as 6/10/1963 in the US and as 10/6/1963 in UK and Europe.

June 10, 1963 in June 1963 calendar

Famous people born on June 10, 1963:

• Jeanne Tripplehorn

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• Johnny Depp

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Famous people born in 1963

Famous people born on June 10th

Famous people died on June 10, 1963:

• Anita King
• Giovanni Roncon

Famous people who died in 1963

Famous people who died on June 10th

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

The number 1 song in the USA on June 10, 1963 was Sukiyaki by Kyu Sakamoto, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. Kyu Sakamoto - Sukiyaki
2. Lesley Gore - It's My Party
3. The Dovells - You Can't Sit Down
4. The Crystals - Da Doo Ron Ron (When He Walked Me Home)
5. Al Martino - I Love You Because

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

The number 1 song in the UK on June 10, 1963 was From Me To You by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. The Beatles - From Me To You
2. Gerry & The Pacemakers - I Like It
3. Billy J Kramer & The Dakotas - Do You Want To Know A Secret?
4. Freddie & The Dreamers - If You Gotta Make A Fool Of Somebody
5. Billy Fury - When Will You Say I Love You

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

The number 1 R&B song on June 10, 1963 was It's My Party by Lesley Gore, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. Lesley Gore - It's My Party
2. Solomon Burke - If You Need Me
3. Theola Kilgore - The Love Of My Man
4. Sam Cooke - Another Saturday Night
5. Barbara Lewis - Hello Stranger

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 10th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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

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

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 10, 1963 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 10, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 10:32 pm and setting at 09:12 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 07, 1963 while the next full moon would come on Jul 06, 1963.

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Someone born on June 10, 1963 is:

61 years 11 months old,

or 743 months and 4 days old,

or 3231 weeks and 2 days old,

or 22619 days old,

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

There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday June 10th 2025.

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

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

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