What happened on Saturday May 14, 1966?

Here's what happened on May 14, 1966:

• Beginning of the Cultural Revolution in China The Communist Party of China issues the 'May 16 Notice', officially marking the start of the Cultural Revolution, a sociopolitical movement that would dramatically reshape Chinese society and politics.
• Dr. King Speaks Out Against Vietnam War In New York City, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivers his first public speech criticizing the Vietnam War, marking a significant moment in the civil rights and anti-war movements.
• The Beach Boys Release 'Pet Sounds' The legendary album 'Pet Sounds' by The Beach Boys is released, a groundbreaking musical work that would profoundly influence rock music and be considered one of the most innovative albums of the 20th century.
• Bob Dylan Releases 'Blonde on Blonde' Bob Dylan's seminal double album 'Blonde on Blonde' is released in the U.S., further cementing his status as a revolutionary folk and rock musician.
• Anti-War Demonstrations in Washington Tens of thousands of anti-war demonstrators picket the White House and then rally at the Washington Monument, reflecting growing public opposition to the Vietnam War.
• Everton's Dramatic FA Cup Final Victory Everton achieves a remarkable comeback in the 1966 FA Cup Final, overturning a 2-0 deficit to defeat Sheffield Wednesday 3-2 in one of the most memorable finals in football history.
• NBA Player Mark Jackson Born Mark Jackson, future NBA guard for the Indiana Pacers, is born.

Events in 1966

May 14, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 14, 1966

Newspapers from May. 14, 1966

May 14, 1966 was a Saturday and it was the 134th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 14, 1966 can also be written as 5/14/1966 in the US and as 14/5/1966 in UK and Europe.

May 14, 1966 in May 1966 calendar

Famous people born on May 14, 1966:

• Raphael Saadiq

  Grammy-winning R&B artist, producer, and guitarist known for his work with Tony! Toni! Toné! and Lucy Pearl.

• Marianne Denicourt

  French actress, director, and screenwriter known for her contributions to French cinema and theater.

• Mike Inez

  Renowned bass player and songwriter who has performed with Alice in Chains, Black Label Society, and Slash's Snakepit.

• Darius Rucker

  Country music singer, lead vocalist of Hootie & the Blowfish, and successful solo artist.

• Pooh Richardson

  Former NBA guard who played for the Los Angeles Clippers during his professional basketball career.

• Alison Goldfrapp

  Electronic musician and one half of the acclaimed musical duo Goldfrapp.

• Natalie Batalha

Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on May 14th

Famous people died on May 14, 1966:

• Eligio Possenti

Famous people who died in 1966

Famous people who died on May 14th

May 14, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 14, 1966 was Monday, Monday by The Mamas & The Papas, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. The Mamas & The Papas - Monday, Monday
2. Young Rascals - Good Lovin'
3. Bob Dylan - Rainy Day Women #12 & 35
4. Paul Revere and the Raiders - Kicks
5. The Beach Boys - Sloop John B

May 14, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 14, 1966 was Pretty Flamingo by Manfred Mann, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Manfred Mann - Pretty Flamingo
2. The Lovin' Spoonful - Daydream
3. The Beach Boys - Sloop John B
4. The Rolling Stones - Paint It, Black
5. Troggs - Wild Thing

May 14, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 14, 1966 was When A Man Loves A Woman by Percy Sledge, according to the music chart for the week May 9th and May 15th.

1. Percy Sledge - When A Man Loves A Woman
2. The Poets - She Blew A Good Thing
3. Sam & Dave - Hold On! I'm A Comin'
4. Ko Ko Taylor - Wang Dang Doodle
5. The Temptations - Get Ready

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 14th 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 14, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 14, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 14, 1966 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 14, 1966 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 14, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 20% full, rising at 03:14 am and setting at 03:21 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 04, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Jun 03, 1966.

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Someone born on May 14, 1966 is:

58 years 11 months old,

or 707 months and 9 days old,

or 3075 weeks and 4 days old,

or 21529 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 14, 1966?

There are 21 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 14th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 14, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 14, 1966.

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