What happened on Wednesday February 12, 1969?

Here's what happened on February 12, 1969:

• Kissinger's Secret China Dialogue Plan On February 12, 1969, National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger prepared a confidential memorandum for President Richard Nixon outlining a secret strategic plan to establish diplomatic dialogue between the United States and the People's Republic of China. This document was a pivotal early step in what would become a groundbreaking diplomatic rapprochement, ultimately leading to Nixon's historic visit to China in 1972 and a significant shift in Cold War geopolitical dynamics.
• Yasser Arafat Elected as PLO Leader On February 12, 1969, Yasser Arafat was elected as the leader of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) during the Palestinian National Congress held in Cairo. This marked a significant moment in Palestinian political history, as Arafat would go on to become a prominent and controversial figure in the Palestinian national movement, leading the organization for decades and playing a crucial role in international negotiations.

Events in 1969

February 12, 1969: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 12, 1969

Newspapers from Feb. 12, 1969

February 12, 1969 was a Wednesday and it was the 43rd day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 12, 1969 can also be written as 2/12/1969 in the US and as 12/2/1969 in UK and Europe.

February 12, 1969 in February 1969 calendar

Famous people born on February 12, 1969:

• Darren Aronofsky

  Acclaimed American film director, screenwriter, and producer known for innovative and psychologically intense films like 'Black Swan',...

• Anneli Drecker

  Norwegian singer known for her bel canto style, associated with the music scene in Norway.

• Hong Myung-bo

Famous people born in 1969

Famous people born on February 12th

Famous people died on February 12, 1969:

• Arthur Johnson Eames

Famous people who died in 1969

Famous people who died on February 12th

February 12, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 12, 1969 was Everyday People by Sly & the Family Stone, according to the music chart for the week February 10th and February 16th.

1. Sly & the Family Stone - Everyday People
2. Tommy James and the Shondells - Crimson And Clover
3. The Doors - Touch Me
4. The Foundations - Build Me Up Buttercup
5. Brooklyn Bridge - Worst That Could Happen

February 12, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 12, 1969 was (If Paradise Is) Half As Nice by Amen Corner, according to the music chart for the week February 10th and February 16th.

1. Amen Corner - (If Paradise Is) Half As Nice
2. Fleetwood Mac - Albatross
3. The Move - Blackberry Way
4. Peter Sarstedt - Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)
5. Donald Peers - Please Don't Go

February 12, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 12, 1969 was Can I Change My Mind by Tyrone Davis, according to the music chart for the week February 10th and February 16th.

1. Tyrone Davis - Can I Change My Mind
2. Johnnie Taylor - Take Care Of Your Homework
3. Sly & The Family Stone - Everyday People
4. Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - Baby, Baby Don't Cry
5. Diana Ross And The Supremes & The Temptations - I'm Gonna Make You Love Me

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, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 12, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 12, 1969 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 12, 1969 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, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 11% full, rising at 03:55 am and setting at 01:43 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 02, 1969 while the next full moon would come on Mar 04, 1969.

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Your place in the Universe on February 12, 1969

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Someone born on February 12, 1969 is:

56 years 2 months old,

or 674 months and 11 days old,

or 2932 weeks

or 20524 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 12, 1969?

There are 295 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, 1969?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 12, 1969.

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