What happened on Tuesday June 11, 1963?

Here's what happened on June 11, 1963:

• Thich Quang Duc's Self-Immolation Buddhist monk Thich Quang Duc dramatically burned himself with gasoline at a busy Saigon intersection as a powerful protest against religious persecution and the oppressive policies of the South Vietnamese government. His act of self-immolation became a globally significant moment of political protest, drawing international attention to the suffering of Buddhists under the Diem regime.
• Kennedy's Civil Rights Address President John F. Kennedy delivered a landmark speech to the nation, announcing comprehensive civil rights legislation aimed at dismantling systemic racial discrimination. The address came in direct response to the ongoing struggles for racial integration, particularly the events at the University of Alabama, and represented a pivotal moment in the American Civil Rights Movement.
• University of Alabama Integration In a historic moment of civil rights confrontation, Governor George Wallace attempted to block two African-American students, Vivian Malone and James Hood, from registering at the University of Alabama. Despite Wallace's defiance, the students were ultimately able to register with the support of federalized National Guard troops, marking a significant breakthrough in desegregation efforts.
• Karamanlis Government Resignation The Greek government led by Konstantinos Karamanlis resigned, signaling potential political shifts in Greece during this period.

Events in 1963

June 11, 1963: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 11, 1963

Newspapers from Jun. 11, 1963

June 11, 1963 was a Tuesday and it was the 162nd day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 11, 1963 can also be written as 6/11/1963 in the US and as 11/6/1963 in UK and Europe.

June 11, 1963 in June 1963 calendar

Famous people born on June 11, 1963:

• Elisabeth Shue

  Acclaimed Hollywood actress known for roles in films like 'Karate Kid', 'Back to the Future Part II', and 'Leaving Las Vegas'.

• Jeanne Tripplehorn

  Prominent actress known for roles in 'Basic Instinct', 'Big Love', and numerous television and film productions.

• Sandra Schmirler

  Renowned Canadian curler and sportscaster who made significant contributions to the sport before her untimely death in 2000.

• Gioia Bruno

  Italian-American singer known for hit songs like 'Point of No Return' and 'Seasons Change', which topped Billboard charts between 1985-1991.

• Brad Henry

  Former Governor of Oklahoma who served two terms from 2003 to 2011, known for his progressive policies.

Famous people born in 1963

Famous people born on June 11th

Famous people died on June 11, 1963:

• Thích Quảng Đức

  Vietnamese monk and martyr (b. 1897).

Famous people who died in 1963

Famous people who died on June 11th

June 11, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 11, 1963 was Sukiyaki by Kyu Sakamoto, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. Kyu Sakamoto - Sukiyaki
2. Lesley Gore - It's My Party
3. The Dovells - You Can't Sit Down
4. The Crystals - Da Doo Ron Ron (When He Walked Me Home)
5. Al Martino - I Love You Because

June 11, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 11, 1963 was From Me To You by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. The Beatles - From Me To You
2. Gerry & The Pacemakers - I Like It
3. Billy J Kramer & The Dakotas - Do You Want To Know A Secret?
4. Freddie & The Dreamers - If You Gotta Make A Fool Of Somebody
5. Billy Fury - When Will You Say I Love You

June 11, 1963: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 11, 1963 was It's My Party by Lesley Gore, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. Lesley Gore - It's My Party
2. Solomon Burke - If You Need Me
3. Theola Kilgore - The Love Of My Man
4. Sam Cooke - Another Saturday Night
5. Barbara Lewis - Hello Stranger

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 11th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 11, 1963: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 11, 1963 is Rabbit and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 11, 1963 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 11, 1963 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 June 11, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 74% full, rising at 11:19 pm and setting at 10:16 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 07, 1963 while the next full moon would come on Jul 06, 1963.

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Someone born on June 11, 1963 is:

61 years 11 months old,

or 743 months and 3 days old,

or 3231 weeks and 1 day old,

or 22618 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 11, 1963?

There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday June 11th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 11, 1963?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 11, 1963.

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