What happened on Friday February 11, 1966?

Here's what happened on February 11, 1966:

• Deadly Ski Resort Fire in Japan A catastrophic fire breaks out at two ski resorts in Numata, Japan, resulting in a tragic loss of 31 lives. This devastating incident likely prompted significant discussions about fire safety regulations in recreational facilities.
• Willie Mays Secures Record Baseball Contract San Francisco Giants' legendary center fielder Willie Mays signs a groundbreaking contract worth $130,000 per year, which was an extraordinary salary for a professional baseball player in 1966. This contract underscored Mays' status as one of the most elite and valuable players in Major League Baseball during the mid-1960s.
• Belgian Government Collapse The Belgian government resigns, triggering a political crisis and potential governmental restructuring. This event highlights the complex and often fragile nature of parliamentary democracies in mid-20th century Europe.

Events in 1966

February 11, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 11, 1966

Newspapers from Feb. 11, 1966

February 11, 1966 was a Friday and it was the 42nd day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 11, 1966 can also be written as 2/11/1966 in the US and as 11/2/1966 in UK and Europe.

February 11, 1966 in February 1966 calendar

Famous people born on February 11, 1966:

• Dieudonné (comedian)

  Dieudonné is a French comedian known for his controversial and provocative humor, challenging societal norms and engaging in political...

• Armen Chakmakian

  American musician and keyboard player for the world music group Shadowfax, known for his innovative musical style and collaborative...

• Laurence Côte

Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on February 11th

February 11, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 11, 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 11, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 11, 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 11, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 11, 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 11th 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 11, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 11, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 11, 1966 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 11, 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 11, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 11:39 pm and setting at 10:55 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 11, 1966

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Someone born on February 11, 1966 is:

59 years 2 months old,

or 710 months and 12 days old,

or 3088 weeks and 5 days old,

or 21621 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 11, 1966?

There are 294 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 11th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 11, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 11, 1966.

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