What happened on Wednesday June 15, 1960?

Here's what happened on June 15, 1960:

• Argentina Complains to UN About Eichmann Capture Argentina formally lodges a complaint with the United Nations regarding Israel's extrajudicial capture and transfer of Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann from Argentina to Israel for trial.
• Anpo Protests in Japan The 'June 15 Incident' marks a significant moment in Japanese political activism, where radical student activists from the Zengakuren federation attempt to storm the National Diet compound. The protest against the U.S.-Japan Security Treaty turns violent, resulting in the tragic death of Tokyo University student Michiko Kanba during a confrontation with police.
• Kopperl Heat Burst Phenomenon A rare meteorological event known as a heatburst occurs in Kopperl, Texas, characterized by extreme winds, a sudden dramatic rise in temperature, and a rapid drop in humidity. This scientific anomaly provides researchers with a unique opportunity to study extreme weather phenomena.
• Angel Cordero Wins First Horse Race Jockey Angel Cordero wins his first of what would become an illustrious career spanning over 7,000 horse race victories, marking the beginning of a legendary career in horse racing.
• Michèle Laroque Born Michèle Laroque, a prominent French actress, is born. She would go on to become a notable figure in French cinema and comedy.

Events in 1960

June 15, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 15, 1960

Newspapers from Jun. 15, 1960

June 15, 1960 was a Wednesday and it was the 167th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 15, 1960 can also be written as 6/15/1960 in the US and as 15/6/1960 in UK and Europe.

June 15, 1960 in June 1960 calendar

Famous people born on June 15, 1960:

• Michèle Laroque

  French actress, comedian, and filmmaker known for her versatile work in entertainment.

• Patrick Edlinger

  Legendary French free solo rock climber known as the 'Spiderman of rock climbing'.

• Didier Courrèges

Famous people born in 1960

Famous people born on June 15th

June 15, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 15, 1960 was Cathy's Clown by The Everly Brothers, according to the music chart for the week June 13th and June 19th.

1. The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown
2. Connie Francis - Everybody's Somebody's Fool
3. Jack Scott - Burning Bridges
4. Jimmy Jones - Good Timin'
5. Anita Bryant - Paper Roses

June 15, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 15, 1960 was Three Steps To Heaven by Eddie Cochran, according to the music chart for the week June 13th and June 19th.

1. Eddie Cochran - Three Steps To Heaven
2. Johnny Preston - Cradle Of Love
3. Connie Francis - Mama / Robot Man
4. Jimmy Jones - Handy Man

June 15, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 15, 1960 was Cathy's Clown by The Everly Brothers, according to the music chart for the week June 13th and June 19th.

1. The Everly Brothers - Cathy's Clown
2. Sam Cooke - Wonderful World
3. Jackie Wilson - Doggin' Around
4. Etta James - All I Could Do Was Cry
5. Jack Scott - Burning Bridges

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 15th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 15, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 15, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 15, 1960 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 15, 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 June 15, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 44% full, rising at 12:36 am and setting at 01:23 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 09, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Jul 08, 1960.

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Your place in the Universe on June 15, 1960

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Someone born on June 15, 1960 is:

64 years 10 months old,

or 778 months and 29 days old,

or 3387 weeks

or 23709 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 15, 1960?

There are 32 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 15th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 15, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 15, 1960.

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