What happened on Wednesday May 11, 1977?

Here's what happened on May 11, 1977:

• Deadly Coal Mine Explosion in Hokkaido, Japan A tragic mining disaster occurred near Ashibetsu, Hokkaido, Japan, where at least 23 underground coal miners lost their lives. The fatal incident was caused by blasting operations that ignited methane gas at a depth of 2,600 feet underground, resulting in a catastrophic explosion.
• Ted Turner's Unique Baseball Management Stint Ted Turner, owner of the Atlanta Braves baseball team, appointed himself as the team's manager for a single game. In this unusual managerial experience, the Braves lost 2 to 1 to the Pittsburgh Pirates, highlighting Turner's unconventional approach to team ownership.
• Hamburger SV Wins European Cup II Hamburger SV, a prominent German soccer team, secured their 17th victory in the European Cup II, demonstrating their significant prowess in European football competition.

Events in 1977

May 11, 1977: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 11, 1977

Newspapers from May. 11, 1977

May 11, 1977 was a Wednesday and it was the 131st day of the year 1977 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 11, 1977 can also be written as 5/11/1977 in the US and as 11/5/1977 in UK and Europe.

May 11, 1977 in May 1977 calendar

Famous people born on May 11, 1977:

• Armel Le Cléac'h

  Renowned French sailor who twice finished second in the prestigious Vendée Globe solo sailing competition, demonstrating exceptional...

• Amanda Borden

  Olympic gold medalist gymnast who was part of the famous 'Magnificent Seven' U.S.

• Victor Matfield

  Legendary South African rugby player who was a key figure in the national team, later transitioning to coaching and sports broadcasting.

• Bobby Roode

  Canadian professional wrestler known for his performances in WWE and TNA/Impact Wrestling.

Famous people born in 1977

Famous people born on May 11th

May 11, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 11, 1977 was When I Need You by Leo Sayer, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Leo Sayer - When I Need You
2. Stevie Wonder - Sir Duke
3. Eagles - Hotel California
4. Glen Campbell - Southern Nights
5. Climax Blues Band - Couldn't Get It Right

May 11, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 11, 1977 was I Don't Want To Talk About It / First Cut Is The Deepest by Rod Stewart, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Rod Stewart - I Don't Want To Talk About It / First Cut Is The Deepest
2. Deniece Williams - Free
3. Joe Tex - Ain't Gonna Bump No More
4. Kenny Rogers - Lucille

May 11, 1977: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 11, 1977 was Got To Give It Up (Pt. 1) by Marvin Gaye, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Marvin Gaye - Got To Give It Up (Pt. 1)
2. Tavares - Whodunit
3. Stevie Wonder - Sir Duke
4. The Isley Brothers - The Pride (Part I)
5. KC And The Sunshine Band - I'm Your Boogie Man

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, 1977: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 11, 1977 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 11, 1977 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 11, 1977 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, 1977 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 24% full, rising at 02:18 am and setting at 03:03 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 03, 1977 while the next full moon would come on Jun 01, 1977.

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Your place in the Universe on May 11, 1977

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Someone born on May 11, 1977 is:

48 years and 12 days old,

or 576 months and 12 days old,

or 2506 weeks and 2 days old,

or 17544 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 11, 1977?

There are 353 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, 1977?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 11, 1977.

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