What happened on Wednesday May 14, 1975?

Here's what happened on May 14, 1975:

• US Military Rescue Operation on Koh Tang Island US forces conducted a military raid on the Cambodian island of Koh Tang to rescue the crew of the merchant ship Mayaguez, which had been seized by Cambodian Khmer Rouge forces. This operation was a significant post-Vietnam War military intervention aimed at demonstrating US resolve and rescuing American citizens.
• Cambodian Deportation Reports The French press reported massive deportations occurring in Cambodia, likely related to the brutal regime of the Khmer Rouge under Pol Pot. These deportations were part of the widespread human rights violations and social engineering efforts during this tumultuous period in Cambodian history.
• US Nuclear Testing The United States conducted a nuclear test at the Nevada Test Site, continuing its Cold War-era nuclear weapons development and testing program. These tests were part of ongoing strategic nuclear research and demonstration of military capabilities.
• Dynamo Kyiv's European Cup Victory Dynamo Kyiv of the Soviet Union won the 15th European Cup Winners' Cup, defeating Ferencvárosi TC of Hungary 3-0. This victory highlighted the strength of Soviet football and Dynamo Kyiv's prowess in European club competitions.

Events in 1975

May 14, 1975: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 14, 1975

Newspapers from May. 14, 1975

May 14, 1975 was a Wednesday and it was the 134th day of the year 1975 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 14, 1975 can also be written as 5/14/1975 in the US and as 14/5/1975 in UK and Europe.

May 14, 1975 in May 1975 calendar

Famous people born on May 14, 1975:

• Chris Kramer
• Svjatoslav Vakarčuk

Famous people born in 1975

Famous people born on May 14th

Famous people died on May 14, 1975:

• Federico Torretta

Famous people who died in 1975

Famous people who died on May 14th

May 14, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 14, 1975 was He Don't Love You (Like I Love You) by Tony Orlando and Dawn, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

1. Tony Orlando and Dawn - He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)
2. Freddy Fender - Before The Next Teardrop Falls
3. Ozark Mountain Daredevils - Jackie Blue
4. Earth, Wind & Fire - Shining Star
5. Carpenters - Only Yesterday

May 14, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 14, 1975 was Stand By Your Man by Tammy Wynette, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

1. Tammy Wynette - Stand By Your Man
2. Mud - Oh Boy
3. Minnie Riperton - Lovin' You
4. Susan Cadogan - Hurt So Good
5. Tammy Jones - Let Me Try Again

May 14, 1975: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 14, 1975 was Get Down, Get Down (Get On The Floor) by Joe Simon, according to the music chart for the week May 12th and May 18th.

1. Joe Simon - Get Down, Get Down (Get On The Floor)
2. Smokey Robinson - Baby That's Backatcha
3. Kool & The Gang - Spirit Of The Boogie
4. Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes - Bad Luck (Part 1)
5. Barry White - What Am I Gonna Do With You

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, 1975: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 14, 1975 is Rabbit and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 14, 1975 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 14, 1975 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, 1975 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 16% full, rising at 08:24 am and setting at 11:23 pm.

The previous full moon was on Apr 25, 1975 while the next full moon would come on May 25, 1975.

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Someone born on May 14, 1975 is:

50 years old,

or 600 months

or 2609 weeks

or 18263 days old,

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