What happened on Monday January 11, 1960?

Here's what happened on January 11, 1960:

• Chad Gains Independence Chad officially declares independence from France, marking a significant milestone in its post-colonial history. This event represents the end of French colonial rule and the beginning of Chad's journey as a sovereign nation in Central Africa.
• Henry Lee Lucas's First Known Murder Henry Lee Lucas commits his first known murder, marking the beginning of a notorious criminal career. Lucas would later become infamous as one of America's most prolific alleged serial killers, though many of his confessions were later discredited.
• Stanley Tucci Birth Stanley Tucci, a renowned American actor known for his versatile roles in film and television, is born on this date. He would later become an acclaimed performer and director, recognized for his work in movies like 'The Devil Wears Prada', 'Julie & Julia', and 'Spotlight'.
• Lamar Clark's Boxing Record Professional boxer Lamar Clark sets an extraordinary world record by achieving 44 consecutive knockouts, a remarkable feat in boxing history that demonstrates exceptional skill and power in the ring.

Events in 1960

January 11, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 11, 1960

Newspapers from Jan. 11, 1960

January 11, 1960 was a Monday and it was the 11th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 11, 1960 can also be written as 1/11/1960 in the US and as 11/1/1960 in UK and Europe.

January 11, 1960 in January 1960 calendar

Famous people born on January 11, 1960:

• Stanley Tucci

  Renowned American actor, director, and producer known for versatile roles in films like 'The Devil Wears Prada', 'Spotlight', and 'Julie &...

• Vicki Peterson in Los Angeles

  American musician and lead guitarist of the popular 1980s pop-rock band The Bangles, known for their hit song 'Walk Like an Egyptian'.

Famous people born in 1960

Famous people born on January 11th

January 11, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 11, 1960 was El Paso by Marty Robbins, according to the music chart for the week January 11th and January 17th.

1. Marty Robbins - El Paso
2. Frankie Avalon - Why
3. Freddie Cannon - Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
4. Johnny Preston - Running Bear
5. Miss Toni Fisher - The Big Hurt

January 11, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 11, 1960 was What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For? by Emile Ford & The Checkmates, according to the music chart for the week January 11th and January 17th.

1. Emile Ford & The Checkmates - What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For?
2. Adam Faith - What Do You Want?
3. Neil Sedaka - Oh Carol
4. Michael Holliday - Starry Eyed
5. Avons - Seven Little Girls Sitting In The Back Seat

January 11, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 11, 1960 was Smokie - Part 2 by Bill Black's Combo, according to the music chart for the week January 11th and January 17th.

1. Bill Black's Combo - Smokie - Part 2
2. Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Come Into My Heart
3. Fats Domino - Be My Guest
4. Bobby Bland - I'll Take Care Of You
5. The Spacemen - The Clouds

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 11th is Capricorn.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 11, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 11, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 11, 1960 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 11, 1960 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 January 11, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 03:15 pm and setting at 05:56 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 15, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jan 13, 1960.

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Your place in the Universe on January 11, 1960

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Someone born on January 11, 1960 is:

65 years 3 months old,

or 783 months and 12 days old,

or 3406 weeks and 2 days old,

or 23844 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 11, 1960?

There are 263 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday January 11th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 11, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 11, 1960.

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