Wednesday December 12, 1956: on this day

December 12, 1956 was the 347th day of the year 1956, under the sign of Sagittarius and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is December 12, 1956 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 12, 1956, who was born and died on December 12, 1956, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 12, 1956, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Green Door by Jim Lowe), movies (e.g. The Wrong Man, directed by Alfred Hitchcock), TV series (e.g. Hit Parade) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 12th, 1956 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 12, 1956?


December 12, 1956 was a Wednesday and it was the 347th day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 12, 1956 can also be written as 12/12/1956 in the US and as 12/12/1956 in UK and Europe.

December 12, 1956 in December 1956 calendar

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December 12, 1956: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 12, 1956:

  • Beginning of the irish republican army's ''border campaign''.
  • Japan becomes a member of the united nations.
  • United nations security council resolution 121 relating to acceptance of japan to the united nations is adopted.

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December 12, 1956: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 12th is Sagittarius.

Sagittarius is the 9th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between November 22nd and December 21st belong to the Sagittarius sign: discover Sagittarius personality and who should a Sagittarius marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 12, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 12, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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December 12, 1956: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 12, 1956 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 12, 1956 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 December 12, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 76% full, rising at 12:51 pm and setting at 02:32 am.

The previous full moon was on Nov 18, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Dec 17, 1956.

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Who was born on December 12, 1956?


Famous people born on December 12, 1956:

  • Rodney Hide

    Rodney Hide is a former New Zealand politician and leader of the ACT New Zealand party.

  • Johan van der Velde

    Dutch cyclist.

  • Sondra Theodore

    San bernadino, california -- playmate (july, 1977).

  • Jean-Paul Faugère

    French high ranking official, prefect of alsace from 2005 to 2007.

  • Harry Prünster

    Austrian comedian, radio host and teacher.

  • Ana Alicia Ortiz

    Mexico city, mexico -- actress (melissa-falcon crest).

  • Sellas Tetteh
  • Mauro Barella
  • Ana Alicia
  • Raffaella Battaglini
  • Ken Garraway
  • Steve Linford
  • Barry Pickering
  • Luis Xavier

Whose famous birthday is on December 12th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 12th:

  • Frank Sinatra
    Frank Sinatra

    American legend, who was a singer and also had a successful career in tv and movies.

  • Jennifer Connelly
    Jennifer Connelly

    Movie actress.

  • Dionne Warwick
    Dionne Warwick

    American singer and recording artist.

  • Mädchen Amick
    Mädchen Amick

    American actress and director.

  • Connie Francis
    Connie Francis

    Country singer.

  • Bill Nighy
    Bill Nighy

    British actor known for his roles in 'Love Actually' and the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' series.

  • Regina Hall
    Regina Hall

    Regina Hall is a versatile actress known for her roles in comedy and drama films.

  • Bob Barker
    Bob Barker

    Barker, an american tv personality and host of "the price is right", was the host of the game show for more than three decades.

  • Tom Wilkinson
    Tom Wilkinson

    English actor (b. 1948).

  • Robert Lepage
    Robert Lepage

    French canadian playwright.

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December 12, 1956: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 67 years 4 months old,

or 808 months and 13 days old,

or 3515 weeks and 1 day old,

or 24606 days old,

if you were born on December 12, 1956.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 12, 1956?

There are 231 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 12th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 12, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 12, 1956.

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December 12, 1956: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 12, 1956:

  • Deolinda Lopes Vieira

    Prominent writer of novels and short stories.

  • Beaumont Fletcher

    Notable playwright who wrote several successful plays during the early 20th century.

  • Lorenzo Perosi

    Composer dies at 83.

  • Felice Berardo

What famous deaths happened on December 12th?

Famous deaths on December 12th:

  • Vicente Fernández
    Vicente Fernández

    Vicente Fernández is a Mexican singer, actor, and businessman who founded the successful Grupo Fernández conglomerate.

  • Douglas Fairbanks
    Douglas Fairbanks

    American actor, known for his role as a hero film star in the '20s and '40s.

  • Tallulah Bankhead
    Tallulah Bankhead

    American actress who appeared on film and stage.

  • Danny Aiello
    Danny Aiello

    Danny aiello was an american actor and producer known for his roles in films such as 'do the right thing' and 'moonstruck'.

  • Anne Baxter
    Anne Baxter

    Frank lloyd wright's daughter is an american actress, author, and noted family.

  • Peter Boyle
    Peter Boyle

    American actor (d. 2006).

  • Audrey Totter
    Audrey Totter

    Joliet, illinois -- actress (carpetbaggers, set-up).

  • Van Johnson
    Van Johnson

    American actor.

  • Annette Stroyberg
    Annette Stroyberg

    Danish actress (b. 1936).

  • Ann Reinking
    Ann Reinking

    American actress, dancer, and choreographer (d. 2020).

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December 12, 1956: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 12, 1956:

  • R.C. Saints - optional memorial of Our Lady of Guadalupe
  • Also see December 12 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • Kenya - Jamhuri Day: Independence Day (from Britain, 1963)
  • Bahá'f Faith - Feast of Masá'il (Questions) - First day of the 15th month of the Bahá'f Calendar

Observances on December 12, 1956:

  • International Universal Health Coverage Day
  • International Day of Neutrality
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December 12, 1956: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 12, 1956 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 10th and December 16th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 12, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 12, 1956 was The Green Door by Jim Lowe, according to the music chart for the week December 10th and December 16th.

December 12, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 12, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 10th and December 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Green Door
  2. - Blueberry Hill
  3. - Hey! Jealous Lover
  4. - A Rose And A Baby Ruth
  5. - Love Me

December 12, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 12, 1956 was Just Walkin' In The Rain by Johnnie Ray, according to the music chart for the week December 10th and December 16th.

December 12, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on December 12, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 10th and December 16th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Just Walkin' In The Rain
  2. - The Green Door
  3. - Singing The Blues
  4. - St Therese Of The Roses
  5. - Rip It Up

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December 12, 1956: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 12, 1956 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Wrong Man

The Wrong Man

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Henry Fonda, Vera Miles, Anthony Quayle, Harold J. Stone

Country: United States of America

Baby Doll

Baby Doll

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Elia Kazan

Starring: Karl Malden, Carroll Baker, Eli Wallach, Mildred Dunnock

Country: United States of America

Anastasia

Anastasia

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Don Bluth, Gary Goldman

Starring: Meg Ryan, John Cusack, Christopher Lloyd, Kelsey Grammer

Country: United States of America

The King and Four Queens

The King and Four Queens

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Raoul Walsh

Starring: Clark Gable, Eleanor Parker, Jean Willes, Barbara Nichols

Country: United States of America

The Hunchback of Notre Dame

The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Jean Delannoy

Starring: Gina Lollobrigida, Anthony Quinn, Jean Danet, Alain Cuny

December 12, 1956: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 12, 1956 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Hit Parade

Hit Parade

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Joe Casey

Wedding Day

Wedding Day

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Andre Gordon

Give Us This Day

Give Us This Day

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Adam Stern

Kidnapped

Kidnapped

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Robert Stevenson

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Release year: 1956

Directed by: Alastair Reid

December 12, 1956: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 12, 1956 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Wreck Of The Mary Deare by Hammond Innes

The Wreck Of The Mary Deare

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The swollen hulk of a large ship stands out from the gale's stinging spray. Half-mad man remains on board, working for her without sleep or food.

Water, Water Everywhere by Emily Kimbrough

Water, Water Everywhere

By:

Enjoyment of gay adventures and mishaps on a trip.

This Hallowed Ground by Bruce Catton

This Hallowed Ground

By:

Bruce Catton, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, first published the classic Civil War account in 1955. It captures both the dramatic scope of the epic struggle and intimate experience of that epic struggle all in one volume.

The Bible As History by Werner Keller

The Bible As History

By:

This groundbreaking book, which sheds light on historical foundations of the best-selling book ever written--the Bible -- is now available in print.

The Loving Couple by Virginia Rowans

The Loving Couple

By:

"THE LOVING COPLE: HIS STORY BY VIRGINIA ROWANS, AUTHOR OF THE "HOUSE PARTY" He stepped out of pajamas and hung them with great care. Then he opened the bathroom door and began to stalk---silent.

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Who was the US President on December 12, 1956?

On December 12, 1956 the US President was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 12, 1956?

On December 12, 1956 the UK Prime Minister was Sir Anthony Eden (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on December 12, 1956?

On December 12, 1956 the Pope was Pius XII.

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What is special about December 12th?

December 12th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 12th day of the month of December. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on December 12th, such as:

  • 2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). the afghan national army leaves the western shib koh district, after the government failed in its duty to replenish troops there. the taliban now control the district that borders iran. (reuters) the taliban claimed responsibility for a suicide attack that left 12 dead, 8 of them civilians in kabul.
  • 2017 - Unibail-rodamco buys westfield corporation, a shopping mall owner, for $15.7 billion
  • 2016 - December 2016 istanbul bombings: according to recep akdag, the death toll from the bombings at besiktas (istanbul) has risen to at least 44. (anadolu agency). at least 118 hdp supporters and officials were arrested in anti-terrorism raids. hdp denies any connection with the pkk and kurdistan freedom falcons. (reuters),

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What happened in 1956?

1956 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Elvis Presley records his version of Blue Suede Shoes
  • KRMA TV channel 6 in Denver, CO (PBS) begins broadcasting
  • KTXS TV channel 12 in Sweetwater-Abilene, TX (ABC) begins broadcasting

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What was the calendar for December 1956?

December 1956 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how December 1956 calendar looked like.

Wednesday December 12, 1956