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May 10, 1956 was the 131st day of the year 1956, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Thursday.
Is May 10, 1956 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 10, 1956, who was born and died on May 10, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 10, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates), movies (e.g. The Searchers, directed by John Ford), TV series (e.g. Lui E Lei) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 10th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was May 10, 1956?
- May 10, 1956: What happened on that day?
- May 10, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- May 10, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on May 10, 1956?
- May 10, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- May 10, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
- May 10, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- May 10, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
- May 10, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- May 10, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- May 10, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on May 10, 1956?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 10, 1956?
- Who was the Pope on May 10, 1956?
What day of the week was May 10, 1956?
May 10, 1956 was a Thursday and it was the 131st day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.
May 10, 1956 can also be written as 5/10/1956 in the US and as 10/5/1956 in UK and Europe.
May 10, 1956: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on May 10, 1956:
- Kfsn tv channel 30 in fresno, ca (abc / cbs) begins broadcasting
- French government sends 50,000 reservists to algeria.
May 10, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 10th is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.
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May 10, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 10, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on May 10th, 1956 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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May 10, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on May 10, 1956 was New Moon.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 10, 1956 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 May 10, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 05:34 am and setting at 09:38 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1956 while the next full moon would come on May 24, 1956.
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Who was born on May 10, 1956?
Famous people born on May 10, 1956:
![Paige O'Hara]()
Paige O'HaraAmerican broadway actress and singer.
- Bruno Madinier
French actor for tv and stage films, well-known for his roles in tv series "les cordier.
- Yves Jacques
Canadian actor.
- Anabel Balkenhol
German sculptor known for her contemporary art pieces.
- Bowen Fang
Expert in mineralogy and earth sciences.
- Vladislav Listyev
Russian journalist and television anchor (d. 1995).
- Marino Zorzato
- Stefano Marroni
- Vladislav Nikolaevič List'ev
- Susanne Augustesen
- Susanna Blättler
- Andrej Krylov
- Jonathan Roberts
- Rinaldo Gianola
Whose famous birthday is on May 10th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 10th:
![Atul Kulkarni]()
Atul KulkarniAn Indian actor who has appeared in numerous Bollywood and Marathi films, as well as television shows.
![Sid Vicious]()
Sid ViciousBritish punk rocker, with the "sex pistols" band.
![Marie-France Pisier]()
Marie-France PisierFrench actress and director, born in vietnam to her father.
![Marina Vlady]()
Marina VladyFrench actress and blond international star.
![Wayne Dyer]()
Wayne DyerAmerican motivational speaker and author of self-help.
![Kenan Thompson]()
Kenan ThompsonKenan thompson is an american actor best known for his work on the sketch comedy show saturday night live.
![Emmanuelle Devos]()
Emmanuelle DevosFrench actress, the daughter of marie henriau.
![Rick Santorum]()
Rick SantorumAmerican republican party politician.
![Ettore Scola]()
Ettore ScolaItalian director of film and tv.
May 10, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 67 years 11 months old,
or 815 months and 15 days old,
or 3546 weeks
or 24822 days old,
if you were born on May 10, 1956.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 10, 1956?
There are 15 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 10th 2024.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 10, 1956?
You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 10, 1956.
May 10, 1956: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on May 10, 1956:
- Michalis Karaolis
Greek-cypriot eoka fighter (born 1934).
- Clarence E. Mulford
What famous deaths happened on May 10th?
Famous deaths on May 10th:
![Joan Crawford]()
Joan CrawfordJoan crawford was an american actress known for her roles in classic hollywood films such as 'mildred pierce' and 'whatever happened to baby...
![Susan Oliver]()
Susan OliverAmerican actress, one the most well-known faces on tv.
![Sylvia Syms]()
Sylvia SymsAmerican jazz singer (born 1917).
![Carol Haney]()
Carol HaneyPantomime quiz: dancer dies at 35.
![Deborah Walley]()
Deborah WalleyBridgeport, connecticut -- actress (mothers in law, beach blanket).
- Paul Revere
American silversmith and patriot who alerted the colonial militia to the approach of British forces before the battles of Lexington and...
- Lieutenant General Thomas J. Jackson
Renowned Confederate general during the American Civil War, nicknamed 'Stonewall' for his steadfast leadership.
- Bassheva Rabinovitch
Pioneering physicist who made significant advancements in quantum mechanics.
- Mihailo Obrenović
Ruler of Serbia known for modernizing the country.
- Lucion Benedict
British physicist known for his research in quantum mechanics.
May 10, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on May 10, 1956:
- Buddha's Birthday in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and South Korea.
- The first possible day on which Pentecost may fall.
- Akshaya Tritya in Hinduism.
- Astronomy Day in the United States.
- Birds' and Trees' Day in Hungary
- Memorial Day of Blessed Damien of Moloka'i
- Celebration of the Clandestine Retreat of Ma'at and Ra in Ancient Egypt.
- Constitution Day in the Federated States of Micronesia.
- Inauguration Day in South Africa.
- Mania (mythology) in Ancient Rome.
Observances on May 10, 1956:
- International Day of Argania
Saints celebrated on May 10, 1956:
- Saint Gordianus
- Saint Isidore the Laborer
- Saint John of Avila
- Saint Job
- Saint Quaratus and Quintus
- Saint Peter Van
- Saint William of Pontoise
- Saint Francis of Assisi
- Saint Solange
- Saint Epimachus
May 10, 1956: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on May 10, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 7th and May 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
May 10, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on May 10, 1956 was Moonglow And Theme From Picnic by George Cates, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 10, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on May 10, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- George Cates - Moonglow And Theme From Picnic
May 10, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on May 10, 1956 was No Other Love by Ronnie Hilton, according to the music chart for the week May 7th and May 13th.
May 10, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on May 10, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 7th and May 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Ronnie Hilton - No Other Love
- Winifred Atwell - The Poor People Of Paris
- Teresa Brewer - A Tear Fell
- Kay Starr - Rock And Roll Waltz
- Lonnie Donegan - Lost John / Stewball
May 10, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on May 10, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
The Searchers
Release year: 1956
Directed by: John Ford
Starring: John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter, Vera Miles, Ward Bond
Country: United States of America
The Killing
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Stanley Kubrick
Starring: Sterling Hayden, Coleen Gray, Vince Edwards, Jay C. Flippen
Country: United States of America
Great Day in the Morning
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Jacques Tourneur
Starring: Virginia Mayo, Robert Stack, Ruth Roman, Alex Nicol
Good-bye, My Lady
Release year: 1956
Directed by: William A. Wellman
Starring: Walter Brennan, Phil Harris, Brandon De Wilde, Sidney Poitier
The Harder They Fall
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Mark Robson
Starring: Humphrey Bogart, Rod Steiger, Jan Sterling, Mike Lane
Country: United States of America
May 10, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on May 10, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Lui e lei
Release year: 1956
Scaramouche
Release year: 1956
Directed by: George Sidney
Double Cross
Release year: 1956
Directed by: Armand Gazarian
Vampira Returns
Release year: 1956
Nom-de-Plume
Release year: 1956
May 10, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on May 10, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Profiles In Courage
By: John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy's Profiles in Courage was written in 1955 by the junior senator of Massachusetts. It served as a clear call to all Americans.
The Last Hurrah
By: Edwin O'Connor
Inspired by James M. Curley's career, O'Connor's 1956 account on big-city politics portrays O'Connor's Irish-American political boss, a demagogue, and rogue, but he deeply understands his constituents.
A Night To Remember
By: Walter Lord
A Night to Remember is the classic, minute-by-minute account about the sinking and rescue of the Titanic. First published in 1955, A Night to Remember has remained a timeless classic.
Imperial Woman
By: Pearl S. Buck
The fictionalized biography of Ci-xi, the last Empress of China, Imperial Woman, is based on her life as a concubine to the Xianfeng Emperor. He died in his role as the de facto head.
Who was the US President on May 10, 1956?
On May 10, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 10, 1956?
On May 10, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on May 10, 1956?
On May 10, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.
What is special about May 10th?
May 10th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 10th day of the month of May. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on May 10th, such as:
- 2019 - Insurgency within the maghreb (2002 to present): four hostages held in northern burkina faso are freed by french naval commandos. two french commandos were killed in the rescue operation. two frenchmen, who were kidnapped in benin may 1, and two women, one american and one south korean, were among those released.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the hamas-run ministry of health reports that 2,064 unarmed protesters were killed by live gunshots and 1,094 died from gas suffocation. [http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2018-05/11/c_137172334.htm (xinhuanet)senior hamas member yehiyeh sinwar suggests that tens of thousands of palestinian protestors may try to cross the border fence between israel and the gaza strip.
- 2017 - Pope francis will canonize two children who saw fatima from visions.
What happened in 1956?
1956 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
- KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
- KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting
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What was the calendar for May 1956?
May 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
