What happened on Wednesday February 11, 1976?

Here's what happened on February 11, 1976:

• Clifford Alexander Jr. Confirmed as First Black Army Secretary On February 11, 1976, Clifford Alexander Jr. made history by being confirmed as the first African-American Secretary of the United States Army. This landmark appointment represented a significant milestone in racial representation and diversity within the U.S. military leadership, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of African-American military and government leaders.
• Alexander Lippisch: Pioneer of Delta-Wing and Rocket Aircraft Design Alexander Lippisch, born in Munich, Germany and later residing in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA, was a groundbreaking aerospace engineer who made significant contributions to aircraft design. In the 1920s and 1930s, he pioneered delta-winged aircraft technology. Notably, he designed the world's first rocket airplane using solid fuel, which first flew in 1928. His most famous work includes developing the Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet, the first liquid-fuel rocket airplane that was deployed by the Luftwaffe in 1944, marking a crucial milestone in aviation and military technology.

Events in 1976

February 11, 1976: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 11, 1976

Newspapers from Feb. 11, 1976

February 11, 1976 was a Wednesday and it was the 42nd day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 11, 1976 can also be written as 2/11/1976 in the US and as 11/2/1976 in UK and Europe.

February 11, 1976 in February 1976 calendar

Famous people born on February 11, 1976:

• Alexandra Neldel

  Alexandra Neldel is a prominent German actress known for her significant roles in popular television series and films, particularly in the...

• Tony Battie

  Tony Battie is an American professional basketball player who played in the NBA and later transitioned to sports broadcasting.

Famous people born in 1976

Famous people born on February 11th

Famous people died on February 11, 1976:

• Lee J Cobb

  Renowned American character actor famous for powerful performances in classic films like '12 Angry Men' and 'On the Waterfront', known for...

• Alexander Lippisch

  German-american engineer and aerodynamicist (d. 1976).

Famous people who died in 1976

Famous people who died on February 11th

February 11, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 11, 1976 was 50 Ways To Leave Your Lover by Paul Simon, according to the music chart for the week February 9th and February 15th.

1. Paul Simon - 50 Ways To Leave Your Lover
2. Donna Summer - Love To Love You Baby
3. Hot Chocolate - You Sexy Thing
4. Rhythm Heritage - Theme From S.W.A.T.
5. Earth, Wind & Fire - Sing A Song

February 11, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 11, 1976 was December '63 by The Four Seasons, according to the music chart for the week February 9th and February 15th.

1. The Four Seasons - December '63
2. Slik - Forever And Ever
3. Abba - Mamma Mia
4. Tina Charles - I Love To Love
5. Manuel & The Music Of The Mountains - Rodrigo's Guitar Concerto De Aranjuez

February 11, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 11, 1976 was Inseparable by Natalie Cole, according to the music chart for the week February 9th and February 15th.

1. Natalie Cole - Inseparable
2. Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - Sweet Thing
3. Tyrone Davis - Turning Point
4. Commodores - Sweet Love
5. Barry White - Let The Music Play

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, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 11, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 11, 1976 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 11, 1976 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, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 86% full, rising at 01:22 pm and setting at 04:16 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 17, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Feb 15, 1976.

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Your place in the Universe on February 11, 1976

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Someone born on February 11, 1976 is:

49 years 2 months old,

or 590 months and 12 days old,

or 2567 weeks

or 17969 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 11, 1976?

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, 1976?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 11, 1976.

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