What happened on Friday February 12, 1960?

Here's what happened on February 12, 1960:

• France Develops Nuclear Capability France successfully detonated its first atomic bomb in 1960, becoming the fourth nuclear power after the United States, Soviet Union, and United Kingdom. This milestone significantly altered the global strategic balance during the Cold War.
• Sino-Indian Border Conflict Escalation In a tense border incident, the Chinese army killed 12 Indian soldiers, marking an escalation of territorial tensions between China and India. This event was part of the broader geopolitical conflicts in the region during the Cold War era.
• Death of Bobby Clark, Legendary Circus Clown Bobby Clark, renowned vaudevillian and widely considered the world's funniest circus clown, passed away at the age of 71. Known for his comedic performances and unique stage presence, Clark was a significant figure in early 20th-century entertainment.

Events in 1960

February 12, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 12, 1960

Newspapers from Feb. 12, 1960

February 12, 1960 was a Friday and it was the 43rd day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 12, 1960 can also be written as 2/12/1960 in the US and as 12/2/1960 in UK and Europe.

February 12, 1960 in February 1960 calendar

Famous people born on February 12, 1960:

• George Elliott Clarke
• Gianmario Tondato da Ruos

Famous people born in 1960

Famous people born on February 12th

Famous people died on February 12, 1960:

• Oskar Anderson

  Bulgarian-german statistician and mathematician (d. 1960).

• Pericle Ferretti

Famous people who died in 1960

Famous people who died on February 12th

February 12, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 12, 1960 was Teen Angel by Mark Dinning, according to the music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

1. Mark Dinning - Teen Angel
2. Johnny Preston - Running Bear
3. Dion and the Belmonts - Where Or When
4. Marty Robbins - El Paso
5. Jimmy Jones - Handy Man

February 12, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 12, 1960 was Why by Anthony Newley, according to the music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

1. Anthony Newley - Why
2. Cliff Richard & The Shadows - Voice In The Wilderness
3. Adam Faith - Poor Me
4. Freddie Cannon - Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
5. Craig Douglas - Pretty Blue Eyes

February 12, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 12, 1960 was Baby (You've Got What It Takes) by Dinah Washington & Brook Benton, according to the music chart for the week February 8th and February 14th.

1. Dinah Washington & Brook Benton - Baby (You've Got What It Takes)
2. Bobby Bland - I'll Take Care Of You
3. Johnny Preston - Running Bear
4. Jackie Wilson - Talk That Talk
5. Jimmy Jones - Handy Man

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 12th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 12, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 12, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 12, 1960 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 12, 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 February 12, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 99% full, rising at 05:39 pm and setting at 07:12 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 13, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Mar 13, 1960.

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Your place in the Universe on February 12, 1960

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Someone born on February 12, 1960 is:

65 years 3 months old,

or 783 months and 1 day old,

or 3404 weeks and 4 days old,

or 23832 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 12, 1960?

There are 275 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 12th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 12, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 12, 1960.

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