Wednesday March 15, 1961: on this day

March 15, 1961 was the 74th day of the year 1961, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 15, 1961 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 15, 1961, who was born and died on March 15, 1961, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 15, 1961, which were the most popular songs (ex. Pony Time by Chubby Checker), movies (e.g. Carry on Regardless, directed by Gerald Thomas, Ralph Thomas), TV series (e.g. The Treasure Seekers) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 15th, 1961 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 15, 1961?


March 15, 1961 was a Wednesday and it was the 74th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 15, 1961 can also be written as 3/15/1961 in the US and as 15/3/1961 in UK and Europe.

March 15, 1961 in March 1961 calendar

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March 15, 1961: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 15, 1961:

  • South africa withdraws from the commonwealth of nations.
  • At the 1961 commonwealth prime ministers' conference, south africa announces that it will withdraw from the commonwealth when the south african constitution of 1961 comes into effect.

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March 15, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 15th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 15, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 15, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Discover the planets positions on March 15th, 1961 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 15, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 15, 1961 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 15, 1961 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 March 15, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:29 am and setting at 06:07 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 02, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Apr 01, 1961.

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Who was born on March 15, 1961?


Famous people born on March 15, 1961:

  • John Melendez
    John Melendez

    Jockey.

  • Bakary Badiane

    Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Renji Kosai

    Renji Kosai is a renowned journalist known for his investigative reporting.

  • Fard Khan

    Renowned physicist known for contributions to quantum mechanics.

  • Tawfiq Okasha

    Renowned Egyptian journalist and TV host.

  • Veasna Chea

    Prominent Cambodian politician known for his contributions to democracy.

  • Savera Rizvi

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Neveen Shalaby

    Renowned chemist known for her work in materials science.

  • Zhoe Baird

    Former CEO of Hewlett-Packard and a prominent figure in Silicon Valley.

  • Hilman Nazarov

    Former Prime Minister of Tajikistan.

  • Shatha Al-Abbar

    Renowned poet known for her lyrical verses.

  • Razi Nurullayev

    Former Prime Minister of Azerbaijan.

  • Dorinne Bax

    Chemist specializing in materials science and nanotechnology.

  • Cono Di Tuoro

    Italian sculptor known for his contemporary art pieces.

  • Rimas Yakaitis

    Lithuanian politician and former Minister of Justice.

  • Kathyjo Kramitz

    Professional golfer with multiple tournament wins.

  • Terry Cummings

    American basketball player: forward for the supersonics.

  • Marieann Heger

    Marieann Heger is a German poet and writer known for her lyrical and introspective works.

  • Luca De Biase

    Known for his insightful commentary on technology trends.

  • Signe Swenson

    Renowned for her contributions to artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Whose famous birthday is on March 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 15th:

  • Alia Bhatt
    Alia Bhatt

    Alia bhatt is a prominent indian movie actress known for her versatile acting skills and successful career in bollywood.

  • Eva Longoria
    Eva Longoria

    Eva Longoria is an American actress, producer, director, activist and businesswoman who is known for her role as Gabrielle Solis on the...

  • Bret Michaels
    Bret Michaels

    Bret michaels is a rock singer known for being the lead vocalist of the band poison and for his solo career.

  • Kellan Lutz
    Kellan Lutz

    Kellan lutz is an american actor and model known for his role as emmett cullen in the twilight film series.

  • Young Buck
    Young Buck

    Young buck is an american rapper known for being a member of the hip-hop group g-unit and for his solo career.

  • Judd Hirsch
    Judd Hirsch

    American actor.

  • Joaquim de Almeida
    Joaquim de Almeida

    Portuguese-american actor.

  • Zarah Leander
    Zarah Leander

    Swedish actress and singer leander.

  • John Gregson
    John Gregson

    Actor (rooney assassin) dies at 55.

  • Sean Biggerstaff
    Sean Biggerstaff

    Sean biggerstaff is a scottish actor known for his role as oliver wood in the harry potter film series.

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March 15, 1961: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 63 years 1 month old,

or 757 months and 5 days old,

or 3292 weeks and 3 days old,

or 23047 days old,

if you were born on March 15, 1961.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 15, 1961?

There are 329 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday March 15th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 15, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 15, 1961.

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March 15, 1961: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 15, 1961:

  • Musbah bint Nasser
  • Akiba Rubinstein

What famous deaths happened on March 15th?

Famous deaths on March 15th:

  • Ann Sothern
    Ann Sothern

    American actress who made her film debut in 1929.

  • Ron Silver
    Ron Silver

    American actor, director, and political activist (d. 2009).

  • Thora Hird
    Thora Hird

    She was an english actress who first made frequent appearances in films before she rose to fame in comedy television.

  • Sally Forrest
    Sally Forrest

    American actress and dancer (b. 1928).

  • Gail Davis
    Gail Davis

    American singer and actress.

  • Sylvia Anderson
    Sylvia Anderson

    English voice actress and television and film producer (b. 1927).

  • Thiana Garcia

    Bestselling author known for her captivating novels.

  • Aldyn Khan

    Distinguished politician known for his advocacy for social justice and equality.

  • Yariela Martinez

    Bestselling author known for her impactful novels that touched the hearts of many.

  • Malaisha Kumar

    Pioneering scientist known for groundbreaking research in the field of biotechnology.

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March 15, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 15, 1961:

  • International Day Against Police Brutality
  • Turkey buzzards return to Hinckley, Ohio.
  • Blessed Arnicus of Averbode
  • For corporations in the United States that use the calendar year as their fiscal year, the date on which the corporation must file its corporate income tax return
  • Constitution Day in Belarus
  • National holiday in Hungary celebrating the 1848 Revolution. (See also Public holidays in Hungary)
  • World Consumer Rights Day [2]
  • In Japan, Hounen Matsuri
  • In the Roman calendar, the Ides of March.

Observances on March 15, 1961:

  • International Day to Combat Islamophobia

Saints celebrated on March 15, 1961:

  • Saint Clemens Maria Hofbauer (died 1820)
  • Saint Lucretia
  • Saint Luise of Marillac
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March 15, 1961: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 15, 1961 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 13th and March 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 15, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 15, 1961 was Pony Time by Chubby Checker, according to the music chart for the week March 13th and March 19th.

March 15, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 15, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 13th and March 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Pony Time
  2. - Surrender
  3. - Wheels
  4. - Don't Worry
  5. - Where The Boys Are

March 15, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 15, 1961 was Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes by The Everly Brothers, according to the music chart for the week March 13th and March 19th.

March 15, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 15, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 13th and March 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes
  2. - Are You Sure
  3. - Wooden Heart
  4. - Theme For A Dream
  5. - Will You Love Me Tomorrow?

March 15, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 15, 1961 was Pony Time by Chubby Checker, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 13th and March 19th.

March 15, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 15, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 13th and March 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Pony Time
  2. - At Last
  3. - For My Baby
  4. - All In My Mind
  5. - I Pity The Fool

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March 15, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 15, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Carry on Regardless

Carry on Regardless

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gerald Thomas, Ralph Thomas

Starring: Sidney James, Kenneth Connor, Charles Hawtrey, Joan Sims

Country: United States of America

Town Without Pity

Town Without Pity

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Gottfried Reinhardt

Starring: Kirk Douglas, Barbara Rütting, Christine Kaufmann, E.G. Marshall

All in a Night's Work

All in a Night's Work

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Joseph Anthony

Starring: Dean Martin, Shirley MacLaine, Cliff Robertson, Charles Ruggles

Konga

Konga

Release year: 1961

Directed by: John Lemont

Starring: Michael Gough, Margo Johns, Jess Conrad, Claire Gordon

Operation Eichmann

Operation Eichmann

Release year: 1961

Directed by: R.G. Springsteen

Starring: Werner Klemperer, Ruta Lee, Donald Buka, Barbara Turner

March 15, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 15, 1961 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Treasure Seekers

The Treasure Seekers

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Juliet May

Happily Ever After

Happily Ever After

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Yvan Attal

Boomerang

Boomerang

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Reginald Hudlin

An Enemy of the People

An Enemy of the People

Release year: 1961

Directed by: Satyajit Ray

Cover Girl

Cover Girl

Release year: 1960

Directed by: Charles Vidor

March 15, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 15, 1961 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

To Kill a Mockingbird

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To Kill A Mockingbird, the unforgettable story of a Southern childhood and the conscience crisis that rocked it became a bestseller immediately and was critically acclaimed when it was published for the first time in 1960.

The Rise And Fall Of The Third Reich by William L. Shirer

The Rise And Fall Of The Third Reich

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This definitive history of Hitler's rise is back in hardcover, hailed by The New York Times as "one the most important works historical of our time"

Sermons And Soda Water by John O'Hara

Sermons And Soda Water

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John O'Hara, Three Volumes in One, Random Hse. Book club ed., in DJ

Advise And Consent by Allen Drury

Advise And Consent

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Advice and Consent

A Burnt-Out Case by Graham Greene

A Burnt-Out Case

By:

Querry, the world-famous architect is suffering from a horrible attack of indifference. He no longer finds joy in life or meaning in art.

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Who was the US President on March 15, 1961?

On March 15, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 15, 1961?

On March 15, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Who was the Pope on March 15, 1961?

On March 15, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

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What is special about March 15th?

March 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of March. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on March 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - Two attacks on christchurch mosques, new zealand, resulted in at least 50 deaths and many more injuries.
  • 2018 - Economy of the united states. after accumulating us$20billion in debt, iheartmedia (the largest u.s. broadcaster), files for chapter 11 bankruptcy. (cnn]southern grocers announces plans to file for bankruptcy, and close 94 of their locations.
  • 2017 - Israeli authorities shot into a car while it was ramming at a bus shelter at gush etzion junction, west bank. since october 2015, 13 palestinians and three israelis were killed. fatima jibrin taqatqa (16) had lost control of her car. the teenager is now in critical condition. (jewish press),

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What happened in 1961?

1961 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Houston Oilers beat LA Chargers 24-16 in AFL championship game
  • Russia introduces a new ruble worth $1.11
  • Supremes signed with Motown Records

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What was the calendar for March 1961?

March 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

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