What happened on Wednesday January 11, 1961?

Here's what happened on January 11, 1961:

• Racial Tensions at University of Georgia A significant racial incident occurred at the University of Georgia, highlighting the ongoing racial tensions and challenges of desegregation in the early 1960s American South. This event was part of the broader civil rights struggle during this tumultuous period of social change.
• Throgs Neck Bridge Opens in New York City The Throgs Neck Bridge, a significant infrastructure project spanning the East River, was inaugurated, connecting the boroughs of The Bronx and Queens in New York City. This new transportation link improved mobility and reduced travel times between these two important urban areas.
• Birth of Lars-Erik Torph Lars-Erik Torph, a notable Swedish rally driver, was born on this date. He would later become a significant figure in the world of motorsports.

Events in 1961

January 11, 1961: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jan. 11, 1961

Newspapers from Jan. 11, 1961

January 11, 1961 was a Wednesday and it was the 11th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 11, 1961 can also be written as 1/11/1961 in the US and as 11/1/1961 in UK and Europe.

January 11, 1961 in January 1961 calendar

Famous people born on January 11, 1961:

• Albert Dupontel

  French actor, comedian, and film director known for his unique comedic style and critically acclaimed films.

• Jasper Fforde

  Acclaimed British author famous for his imaginative and humorous literary works, particularly the Thursday Next series which blends fantasy,...

• Karl von Habsburg

  Austrian politician and head of the Habsburg-Lorraine dynasty, continuing the historical legacy of one of Europe's most prominent royal...

• Louis Langrée

  Renowned French conductor who has led prestigious orchestras worldwide, including Orchestre de Picardie and Glyndebourne Touring Opera, and...

Famous people born in 1961

Famous people born on January 11th

Famous people died on January 11, 1961:

• Elena Gerhardt

  German soprano and actress (b. 1883).

Famous people who died in 1961

Famous people who died on January 11th

January 11, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 11, 1961 was Wonderland By Night by Bert Kaempfert and His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week January 9th and January 15th.

1. Bert Kaempfert and His Orchestra - Wonderland By Night
2. Elvis Presley - Are You Lonesome To-Night?
3. Ferrante and Teicher - Exodus
4. Floyd Cramer - Last Date
5. The Shirelles - Will You Love Me Tomorrow?

January 11, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 11, 1961 was Poetry In Motion by Johnny Tillotson, according to the music chart for the week January 9th and January 15th.

1. Johnny Tillotson - Poetry In Motion
2. Cliff Richard - I Love You
3. The Drifters - Save The Last Dance For Me
4. Matt Monro - Portrait Of My Love
5. Elvis Presley - Are You Lonesome Tonight?

January 11, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 11, 1961 was He Will Break Your Heart by Jerry Butler, according to the music chart for the week January 9th and January 15th.

1. Jerry Butler - He Will Break Your Heart
2. The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson) - Shop Around
3. Floyd Cramer - Last Date
4. Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires - Are You Lonesome To-night?
5. Brook Benton - Fools Rush In (Where Angels Fear To Tread)

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, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 11, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 11, 1961 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 11, 1961 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, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 23% full, rising at 01:20 am and setting at 01:12 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jan 01, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Jan 31, 1961.

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Your place in the Universe on January 11, 1961

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Someone born on January 11, 1961 is:

64 years 4 months old,

or 772 months and 2 days old,

or 3356 weeks and 6 days old,

or 23498 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 11, 1961?

There are 243 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, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 11, 1961.

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