What happened on Wednesday May 11, 1960?

Here's what happened on May 11, 1960:

• Capture of Adolf Eichmann in Argentina Israeli Mossad agents successfully captured Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Eichmann, who had been living under the alias Ricardo Klement, was a key architect of the Holocaust and had been hiding in South America since the end of World War II. This operation was a significant moment in bringing Nazi war criminals to justice.
• First Contraceptive Pill Introduced The first oral contraceptive pill was made available on the market, marking a revolutionary moment in reproductive health and women's rights. This medical breakthrough would fundamentally transform social dynamics, family planning, and personal autonomy for women worldwide.
• French Liner France Launched The French ocean liner 'France' was launched, representing a significant achievement in maritime engineering and transportation. This vessel was one of the most prestigious and luxurious passenger ships of its era, symbolizing the technological prowess of French shipbuilding.
• Jürgen Schult, Discus Thrower Jürgen Schult, a notable discus thrower from the German Federal Republic, was born. He would later set a world record in 1986, becoming a significant figure in track and field athletics.

Events in 1960

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

Newspapers from May. 11, 1960

May 11, 1960 was a Wednesday and it was the 132nd day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 11, 1960 can also be written as 5/11/1960 in the US and as 11/5/1960 in UK and Europe.

May 11, 1960 in May 1960 calendar

Famous people died on May 11, 1960:

• John D. Rockefeller Jr.

  American businessman and philanthropist (b. 1874).

Famous people who died in 1960

Famous people who died on May 11th

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

The number 1 song in the USA on May 11, 1960 was Stuck On You by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Elvis Presley - Stuck On You
2. The Brothers Four - Greenfields
3. The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown
4. Jackie Wilson - Night
5. Connie Stevens - Sixteen Reasons

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

The number 1 song in the UK on May 11, 1960 was Cathy's Clown by The Everly Brothers, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown
2. Adam Faith - Someone Else's Baby
3. Anthony Newley - Do You Mind?
4. Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
5. Johnny Preston - Cradle Of Love

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

The number 1 R&B song on May 11, 1960 was White Silver Sands by Bill Black's Combo, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Bill Black's Combo - White Silver Sands
2. Jackie Wilson - Doggin' Around
3. Buster Brown - Fannie Mae
4. Barrett Strong - Money (That's what I want)
5. Jackie Wilson - Night

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 11th is Taurus.

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

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

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

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 11, 1960 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 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 May 11, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 08:39 pm and setting at 07:05 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 11, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Jun 09, 1960.

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Your place in the Universe on May 11, 1960

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Someone born on May 11, 1960 is:

65 years 1 month old,

or 781 months and 23 days old,

or 3399 weeks and 2 days old,

or 23795 days old,

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

There are 311 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 11th 2026.

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

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

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