Friday April 11, 1969: on this day

About April 11th, 1969, in brief:

  • Historical events: South African President Frederik de Klerk marries Marike Willemse.
  • Day of the week: April 11th, 1969 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Famous Birthdays: Jeremy Clarkson, Vincent Gallo
  • Moon Phase: Last Quarter
  • #1 US song: Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures) by The 5th Dimension
  • #1 UK song: The Israelites by Desmond Dekker & The Aces
  • Popular movie: All Neat in Black Stockings directed by Christopher Morahan

More about April 11th, 1969? See below for more news and curiosities on April 11th, 1969.

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What day of the week was April 11, 1969?


April 11, 1969 was a Friday and it was the 101st day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 11, 1969 can also be written as 4/11/1969 in the US and as 11/4/1969 in UK and Europe.

April 11, 1969 in April 1969 calendar

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April 11, 1969: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 11, 1969:

  • South african president frederik de klerk marries marike willemse.
  • The export ban of us silver coins is lifted.

April 11, 1969: What were the magazines covers that day?

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April 11, 1969: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 11th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

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 11, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

Rooster chinese zodiac sign

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 11, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.

Discover the Rooster personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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April 11, 1969: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 11, 1969 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 11, 1969 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 11, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 03:03 am and setting at 02:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 02, 1969 while the next full moon would come on May 02, 1969.

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Who was born on April 11, 1969?


Famous people born on April 11, 1969:

  • Cerys Matthews

    Cerys Matthews is a Welsh singer-songwriter, radio presenter, and author, best known as the lead singer of the Welsh rock band Catatonia.

  • Goldust

    Goldust is a professional wrestler known for his flamboyant and eccentric persona in the wrestling world.

  • Dustin Rhodes

    American professional wrestler.

  • Janeth Arcain

    Janeth Arcain is a renowned journalist known for her insightful reporting on global affairs.

  • Michael von Grünigen

    Swiss skier.

  • Silvia Melis

    Terrorists in sardinia february 1997 kill italian kidnapper.

  • Jesse Campbell NFL safety (New York Giants

    Washington redskins).

  • Chisato Moritaka

    Japanese actress and singer.

  • J Nick Adamson

    Freeport, bahamas -- us laser yachter (1996 olympics - 21st place).

  • Caren Miosga

    German tv moderator and journalist.

  • Dustin Runnels

Whose famous birthday is on April 11th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 11th:

  • Jeremy Clarkson
    Jeremy Clarkson

    Jeremy clarkson is a british journalist known for co-presenting the popular tv show top gear.

  • Vincent Gallo
    Vincent Gallo

    American actor, director, and musician, known for his controversial and avant-garde work.

  • Lisa Stansfield
    Lisa Stansfield

    Blue zone is an english singer-songwriter/actress.

  • Joel Grey
    Joel Grey

    American actor, comedian, and dancer.

  • Natacha Régnier
    Natacha Régnier

    Belgian actress.

  • Bill Irwin
    Bill Irwin

    American actor, choreographer, clown and mime, who combined his talents in creating characters for comedy skits.

  • Kelli Garner
    Kelli Garner

    American actress.

  • Morgan Lily
    Morgan Lily

    American actress.

  • David Banner
    David Banner

    David banner is a rapper known for his hit single 'like a pimp' and for his activism in social and political issues.

  • AJ Michalka
    AJ Michalka

    Aj michalka is a musician known for her work as one half of the musical duo aly & aj.

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April 11, 1969: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 55 years and 29 days old,

or 660 months and 29 days old,

or 2874 weeks

or 20118 days old,

if you were born on April 11, 1969.

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 April 11, 1969?

There are 336 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 11th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 11, 1969?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 11, 1969.

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April 11, 1969: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 11, 1969:

  • Ludvig Irgens Jensen

    Composer dies at 74.

What famous deaths happened on April 11th?

Famous deaths on April 11th:

  • Jonathan Winters
    Jonathan Winters

    American comedian and master of mimicry.

  • Harry Secombe
    Harry Secombe

    British entertainer, known as the "nicest man in british showbiz.

  • Cathy O'Donnell
    Cathy O'Donnell

    American actress (born in 1923).

  • Kent Taylor
    Kent Taylor

    Actor (boston blackie rough riders), died at 79.

  • Kurt Vonnegut

    Kurt Vonnegut was an American novelist, essayist, and playwright known for his satirical literary style and his anti-war views.

  • Maurice Hilleman

    Maurice Hilleman was an American microbiologist who developed over 40 vaccines, including those for measles, mumps, hepatitis A, hepatitis...

  • Kypton Vonnegut

    Kypton Vonnegut was a renowned American novelist and short story writer, celebrated for his satirical and darkly humorous works.

  • Llewelyn Llywelyn

    Medieval Welsh prince who was the last sovereign prince of Wales before its conquest by Edward I of England.

  • Hiliary Koprowski

    Renowned virologist known for his work on developing the first successful live polio vaccine.

  • Novi Levi

    Novi Levi was an Italian essayist and Holocaust survivor whose writings examined the human experience and moral dilemmas.

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April 11, 1969: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 11, 1969:

  • Juan Santamarfa Day, anniversary of his death in the Battle of Rivas (State holiday in Costa Rica).
  • The Feast Day of Martyr Antipas in the Greek Orthodox Church.

Saints celebrated on April 11, 1969:

  • Saint Stanislas
  • Saint Godeberta
  • Saint Gemma of Lucca
  • Saint Danidl of Grimbergen
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April 11, 1969: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 11, 1969 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 7th and April 13th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 11, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 11, 1969 was Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures) by The 5th Dimension, according to the music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.

April 11, 1969: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 11, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures)
  2. - You've Made Me So Very Happy
  3. - Dizzy
  4. - Galveston
  5. - Time Of The Season

April 11, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 11, 1969 was The Israelites by Desmond Dekker & The Aces, according to the music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.

April 11, 1969: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 11, 1969 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Israelites
  2. - I Heard It Through The Grapevine
  3. - Goodbye
  4. - Gentle On My Mind
  5. - Boom Bang-A-Bang

April 11, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 11, 1969 was Only The Strong Survive by Jerry Butler, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 7th and April 13th.

April 11, 1969: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 11, 1969 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 7th and April 13th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Only The Strong Survive
  2. - It's Your Thing
  3. - Run Away Child, Running Wild
  4. - Snatching It Back
  5. - My Whole World Ended (The Moment You Left Me)

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April 11, 1969: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 11, 1969 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

All Neat in Black Stockings

All Neat in Black Stockings

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Christopher Morahan

Starring: Victor Henry, Susan George, Jack Shepherd, Clare Kelly

Country: United States of America

Oh! What a Lovely War

Oh! What a Lovely War

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Richard Attenborough

Starring: Wendy Allnutt, Colin Farrell, Malcolm McFee, John Rae

Goodbye, Columbus

Goodbye, Columbus

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Larry Peerce

Starring: Richard Benjamin, Ali MacGraw, Jack Klugman, Nan Martin

Machine Gun McCain

Machine Gun McCain

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Giuliano Montaldo

Starring: John Cassavetes, Britt Ekland, Peter Falk, Gabriele Ferzetti

Sam Whiskey

Sam Whiskey

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Arnold Laven

Starring: Burt Reynolds, Angie Dickinson, Clint Walker, Ossie Davis

April 11, 1969: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 11, 1969 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Dororo

Dororo

Release year: 1969

Directed by: Akihiko Shiota

Two in Clover

Two in Clover

Release year: 1969

April 11, 1969: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 11, 1969 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

A Small Town in Germany by John le Carre

A Small Town in Germany

By:

The New York Times bestseller Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, and The Spy Who Came In from the Cold, comes Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.

The Lost Queen by Norah Lofts

The Lost Queen

By:

Exiles are the destiny of princesses. What's the alternative? Spinsterhood? So Caroline Matilda's future was decided - marriage to the almost insane

Miss Craig'S 21-Day Shape-Up Program For Men And Women by Marjorie Craig

Miss Craig'S 21-Day Shape-Up Program For Men And Women

By:

It looks like it has never been used. It has no dustcover, but the hardboards and pages remain in excellent condition.

Sunday The Rabbi Stayed Home by Harry Kemelman

Sunday The Rabbi Stayed Home

By:

Rabbi Small faces infighting, backstabbing and a murder as Passover approaches. This New York Times Bestseller is compiled by Rabbi David Small. As Rabbi Small's five-year contract at Barnard's Crossing synagogue ends,

The Vines Of Yarrabee by Dorothy Eden

The Vines Of Yarrabee

By:

For four consecutive months, Dorothy Eden's romantic story about Australia colonization has been a New York Times bestseller. It tells the amazing story of a man and woman who carve.

April 11, 1969: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 11, 1969 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Space Travel

Space Travel

Platform: Multics, GECOS, PDP-7

Genre: Simulation game

history

Who was the US President on April 11, 1969?

On April 11, 1969 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 11, 1969?

On April 11, 1969 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on April 11, 1969?

On April 11, 1969 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about April 11th?

April 11th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 11th day of the month of April. 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 April 11th, such as:

  • 2019 - The sudanese army surrounds the capital khartoum's presidential palace and takes control of state media buildings. this is amid protests against president omar al-bashir. a number of senior ministers, including abdel rahim mohammed hussein, were reportedly detained.
  • 2018 - Yemeni crisis (2011-present: royal saudi air defense intercepts an ballistic missile from yemen that was fired over riyadh, saudi arabia. this caused panic among residents. houthis claim they launched several burkan-2 missiles against targets in saudi arabia including oil facilities owned by saudi aramco. two qasef-1 drones operated by houthis were also shot down by saudi air defenses close to the border.
  • 2017 - Russian military intervention in syria, syrian civil war: according to russia's defence ministry, two soldiers were killed in a mortar attack in syria. another soldier was injured. the ministry didn't specify the date or location of the attack. (radio free europe/radio liberty). 18 members of syria's democratic forces were mistakenly killed by an airstrike led by the us in an attempt to kill isis soldiers.

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What happened in 1969?

1969 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Johnny Cash Show, debuts on ABC-TV
  • 101st Belmont: Braulio Baeza aboard Arts and Letters wins in 2:28.8
  • Tommy James and Shondells release Crystal Blue Persuasion

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What was the calendar for April 1969?

April 1969 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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.

Discover how April 1969 calendar looked like.

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