What happened on Thursday December 12, 1963?

Here's what happened on December 12, 1963:

• Kenya Gains Independence Kenya officially declares independence from Great Britain, marking the end of British colonial rule. This momentous event signifies a critical milestone in African decolonization, with Jomo Kenyatta emerging as the nation's first prime minister and leading the country towards self-governance.
• Argentina Seeks Peron's Extradition Argentine government initiates legal proceedings to request the extradition of former President Juan Peron, who was living in exile. This action reflects the ongoing political tensions and attempts to hold Peron accountable for actions during his controversial presidency.
• Death of Ozu Yasujiro Ozu Yasujiro, renowned Japanese film director known for his minimalist and contemplative style of filmmaking, passes away. A pivotal figure in Japanese cinema, Ozu was famous for films like 'Tokyo Story' and pioneered a unique narrative approach that deeply influenced world cinema.
• Frank Sinatra Jr. Kidnapping Resolved Frank Sinatra Jr. is safely returned after being kidnapped, with his father paying a $240,000 ransom. This high-profile kidnapping case garnered significant media attention and highlighted the dramatic criminal activities of the era.

Events in 1963

December 12, 1963: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 12, 1963

Newspapers from Dec. 12, 1963

December 12, 1963 was a Thursday and it was the 346th day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 12, 1963 can also be written as 12/12/1963 in the US and as 12/12/1963 in UK and Europe.

December 12, 1963 in December 1963 calendar

Famous people born on December 12, 1963:

• Didier Gentil

  French criminal convicted of the horrific rape and murder of a six-year-old girl named Cécile Jourdan in 1988, sentenced to 28 years in...

• Liz Claman

  Prominent American television news anchor known for her work in business and financial journalism.

• Jon Brion

  Accomplished musician, composer, and record producer known for his innovative work in film and music.

• Salman Ahmad

  Pakistani musician, engineer, and activist who pioneered Sufi-influenced rock music, founded the band Junoon, and is a professor at City...

• Eric Schenkman
• Juan Carlos Varela
• Gipi

Famous people born in 1963

Famous people born on December 12th

Famous people died on December 12, 1963:

• Yasujiro Ozu

  Legendary Japanese film director renowned for his minimalist style and profound family dramas, considered one of the most influential...

• Theodor Heuss
• Józef Zając

Famous people who died in 1963

Famous people who died on December 12th

December 12, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 12, 1963 was Dominique by The Singing Nun, according to the music chart for the week December 9th and December 15th.

1. The Singing Nun - Dominique
2. The Kingsmen - Louie Louie
3. Tommy Roe - Everybody
4. Dale & Grace - I'm Leaving It Up To You
5. The Caravelles - You Don't Have To Be A Baby To Cry

December 12, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 12, 1963 was I Want To Hold Your Hand by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week December 9th and December 15th.

1. The Beatles - I Want To Hold Your Hand
2. The Beatles - She Loves You
3. Freddie & The Dreamers - You Were Made For Me
4. Dave Clark Five - Glad All Over
5. Kathy Kirby - Secret Love

December 12, 1963: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 12, 1963 was It's All Right by The Impressions, according to the music chart for the week December 9th and December 15th.

1. The Impressions - It's All Right
2. The Kingsmen - Louie Louie
3. Tommy Hunt - I Am A Witness
4. Sam Cooke - Little Red Rooster
5. Solomon Burke - You're Good For Me

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

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

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 12, 1963 is Rabbit and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 12, 1963 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 12, 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 December 12, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 03:43 am and setting at 03:13 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 30, 1963 while the next full moon would come on Dec 30, 1963.

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Your place in the Universe on December 12, 1963

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Someone born on December 12, 1963 is:

61 years 5 months old,

or 737 months and 1 day old,

or 3204 weeks and 5 days old,

or 22433 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 12, 1963?

There are 213 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday December 12th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 12, 1963?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 12, 1963.

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