What happened on Wednesday April 15, 1959?

Here's what happened on April 15, 1959:

• John Foster Dulles Resignation U.S. Secretary of State John Foster Dulles steps down from his prominent diplomatic position, marking the end of a significant era in Cold War-era American foreign policy. Dulles, known for his hardline anti-communist stance, had been a key architect of U.S. international strategy during the 1950s.
• Fidel Castro's US Diplomatic Tour Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro embarks on a goodwill tour of the United States, seeking diplomatic engagement and attempting to improve relations between Cuba and the United States during a pivotal period of Cold War tensions.
• Emma Thompson's Birth Acclaimed British actress and writer Emma Thompson is born in London, England. She would later become a prominent figure in cinema, winning multiple awards including an Academy Award for her screenwriting and acting talents.

Events in 1959

April 15, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 15, 1959

Newspapers from Apr. 15, 1959

April 15, 1959 was a Wednesday and it was the 105th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 15, 1959 can also be written as 4/15/1959 in the US and as 15/4/1959 in UK and Europe.

April 15, 1959 in April 1959 calendar

Famous people born on April 15, 1959:

• Emma Thompson

  Acclaimed British actress known for her versatility in comedy and drama, Emma Thompson is an Oscar-winning performer who rose to prominence...

• Fruit Chan

  Prominent Chinese film director and screenwriter known for his independent and innovative approach to cinema.

• Thomas F Wilson

  American actor best known for his role as Biff Tannen in the iconic 'Back to the Future' film trilogy.

• Kevin Lowe (ice hockey)
• Angela Gerekou

Famous people born in 1959

Famous people born on April 15th

April 15, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 15, 1959 was Come Softly To Me by The Fleetwoods, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.

1. The Fleetwoods - Come Softly To Me
2. Frankie Avalon - Venus
3. Dodie Stevens - Pink Shoe Laces
4. Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
5. Thomas Wayne - Tragedy

April 15, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 15, 1959 was Side Saddle by Russ Conway, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.

1. Russ Conway - Side Saddle
2. Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
3. The Platters - Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
4. Chris Barber's Jazz Band - Petite Fleur
5. Shirley Bassey - As I Love You

April 15, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 15, 1959 was It's Just A Matter Of Time by Brook Benton, according to the music chart for the week April 13th and April 19th.

1. Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
2. Sam Cooke - Everybody Likes To Cha Cha Cha
3. Jackie Wilson - That's Why (I Love You So)
4. The Coasters - Charlie Brown
5. Lloyd Price - Where Were You (On Our Wedding Day)?

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 15th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 15, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 15, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 15, 1959 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 15, 1959 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 April 15, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 10:34 am and setting at 01:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 24, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Apr 23, 1959.

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Your place in the Universe on April 15, 1959

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Someone born on April 15, 1959 is:

66 years and 29 days old,

or 792 months and 29 days old,

or 3448 weeks

or 24136 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 15, 1959?

There are 336 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday April 15th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 15, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 15, 1959.

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