Wednesday May 15, 1974: on this day

May 15, 1974 was the 135th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is May 15, 1974 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on May 15, 1974, who was born and died on May 15, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 15, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Streak by Ray Stevens), movies (e.g. Welcome to Arrow Beach, directed by Laurence Harvey), TV series (e.g. My Old Man) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 15th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 15, 1974?


May 15, 1974 was a Wednesday and it was the 135th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 15, 1974 can also be written as 5/15/1974 in the US and as 15/5/1974 in UK and Europe.

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May 15, 1974: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 15, 1974:

  • Walter scheel succeeds heinemann as president of germany.
  • Ma'alot massacre: in an arab terrorist attack and hostage taking at an israeli school, a total of 31 people are killed, including 22 schoolchildren.
  • Ma'alot massacre: members of the democratic front for the liberation of palestine attack and take hostages at an israeli school; a total of 31 people are killed, including 22 schoolchildren.

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May 15, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 15th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

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 15, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 15, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Discover the planets positions on May 15th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 15, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 15, 1974 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 15, 1974 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 15, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 27% full, rising at 01:59 am and setting at 02:48 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 06, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Jun 04, 1974.

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Who was born on May 15, 1974?


Famous people born on May 15, 1974:

  • Shiney Ahuja
    Shiney Ahuja

    Indian actor.

  • Merland Anderson

    Legendary football player known for his exceptional skills on the field.

  • Hanadi Khalife

    Lebanese poet recognized for her impactful poetry.

  • Fabrizzio Carbone

    Notable chemist specializing in nanotechnology and materials science.

  • Ahmet Zappa

    American actor and producer of singer-songwriters.

  • Holden Thorpe

    Holden Thorpe is an entrepreneur who founded a successful tech startup in the early 2000s.

  • Fiona Patten

    Fiona Patten is an Australian politician and leader of the Reason Party.

  • Jairus Grove

    Geographer specializing in political ecology and environmental governance.

  • Marko Tredup

    German manager and footballer.

  • Matthew Sadler

    English chess player and author.

  • Vasilis Kikilias

    Greek basketball player and politician.

  • A J Hinch

    Wavely, iowa -- baseball catcher (1996 olympics – bronze medalist).

  • Addilson dos

    Santos; soccer player (sparta).

  • A J Hinch in Wavely

    Iowa, usa; baseball catcher (olympics-bronze-1996).

  • Caíco
  • Emil Nowakowski
  • Hilário Paulino Neves Freitas Leal

Whose famous birthday is on May 15th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 15th:

  • Madhuri Dixit
    Madhuri Dixit

    Madhuri dixit is an indian actress known for her iconic performances in bollywood films such as dil to pagal hai, devdas, and hum aapke hain...

  • L. Frank Baum
    L. Frank Baum

    L.

  • Andy Murray
    Andy Murray

    Scottish professional tennis player, ranked no.

  • James Mason
    James Mason

    England, united kingdom -- actor.

  • Ayub Khan
    Ayub Khan

    Ayub khan was a pakistani statesman who served as the second president of pakistan, known for his military dictatorship and economic...

  • Jamie-Lynn Sigler
    Jamie-Lynn Sigler

    Jamie-lynn sigler is an american actress and singer best known for her role as meadow soprano on the television series the sopranos.

  • Madeleine Albright
    Madeleine Albright

    Czech-american political scientist, government employee, and the first woman to be named secretary of state in december 1996.

  • Ursula Thiess
    Ursula Thiess

    German actress who has been seen onscreen since 1953, in leading roles in mainly german films.

  • Chazz Palminteri
    Chazz Palminteri

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

  • Joseph Cotten
    Joseph Cotten

    American actor on the radio, film and stage.

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May 15, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 49 years 10 months old,

or 598 months and 13 days old,

or 2602 weeks and 1 day old,

or 18215 days old,

if you were born on May 15, 1974.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 15, 1974?

There are 48 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday May 15th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 15, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 15, 1974.

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May 15, 1974: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 15, 1974:

  • Boris Izrailevič Volček
  • Guy Simonds
  • Paul Gonsalves

What famous deaths happened on May 15th?

Famous deaths on May 15th:

  • Bekim Fehmiu
    Bekim Fehmiu

    Bekim Fehmiu was a renowned Yugoslav actor and entrepreneur who founded several successful businesses.

  • June Carter Cash
    June Carter Cash

    American singer and musician (born 1929).

  • Fred Willard
    Fred Willard

    Fred willard is an american comedian known for his roles in comedic films and tv shows, including 'anchorman' and 'best in show'.

  • Gilbert Roland
    Gilbert Roland

    Mexican-american actor armand in camille, who was born 1905, dies.

  • Tyrone Guthrie
    Tyrone Guthrie

    British producer, director, and writer (born 1900).

  • Wynne Gibson
    Wynne Gibson

    Actor (night after night, aggie appleby).

  • Andrew Duggan
    Andrew Duggan

    Actor (jigsaw firehouse), is diagnosed with cancer at the age of 64.

  • Chaselyn Dickinson

    Chaselyn Dickinson was a highly influential American poet of the 19th century, known for her unique and innovative poetic style that...

  • Emily Dickinson

    American poet, widely regarded as the greatest female poet of english.

  • Tomio Hara

    Legendary Japanese baseball pitcher.

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May 15, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 15, 1974:

  • Paraguay - Independence Day. Celebrations for the anniversary of the independence begin on Flag Day, 14 May.
  • Nakba Day in Palestinian communities.
  • Roman Empire - Mercuralia in honor of Mercury held.
  • International day of climate changes.
  • International conscientious objectors' day.
  • Buddha's Birthday in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau and South Korea (2005).
  • United States - Peace Officers Memorial Day.
  • International day of families.
  • Teacher's Day in Mexico (Dfa del Maestro) and South Korea (??? ?).
  • Slovenia - Day of Slovenian armed forces.

Saints celebrated on May 15, 1974:

  • Saint Dymphna
  • Saint Achillius
  • Saint Gerebern
  • Saint Isidore the Labourer
  • Saint Jean-Baptiste de la Salle
  • Saint Reticius
  • Saint Denise
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May 15, 1974: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 15, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 13th and May 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 15, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 15, 1974 was The Streak by Ray Stevens, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

May 15, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 15, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Streak
  2. - Dancing Machine
  3. - The Entertainer
  4. - The Loco-Motion
  5. - The Show Must Go On

May 15, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 15, 1974 was Sugar Baby Love by The Rubettes, according to the music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

May 15, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 15, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Sugar Baby Love
  2. - Waterloo
  3. - Shang-A-Lang
  4. - Don't Stay Away Too Long
  5. - Remember You're A Womble

May 15, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 15, 1974 was I'm In Love by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 13th and May 19th.

May 15, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 15, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 13th and May 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I'm In Love
  2. - Don't You Worry 'bout A Thing
  3. - Dancing Machine
  4. - Be Thankful For What You Got
  5. - The Payback

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May 15, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 15, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Welcome to Arrow Beach

Welcome to Arrow Beach

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Laurence Harvey

Starring: Laurence Harvey, Joanna Pettet, Stuart Whitman, John Ireland

Appassionata

Appassionata

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone

Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno

Country: Italy

The Godfather Part II

The Godfather Part II

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola

Dial M for Murder

Dial M for Murder

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Alfred Hitchcock

Starring: Ray Milland, Grace Kelly, Robert Cummings, John Williams

Country: United States of America

Thunderbolt and Lightfoot

Thunderbolt and Lightfoot

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Michael Cimino

Starring: Clint Eastwood, Jeff Bridges, Geoffrey Lewis, Catherine Bach

Country: United States of America

May 15, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 15, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

My Old Man

My Old Man

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Erman

The Zoo Gang

The Zoo Gang

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Watson

Landline

Landline

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gillian Robespierre

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Adam Shankman

May 15, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 15, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

I Heard The Owl Call My Name by Margaret Craven

I Heard The Owl Call My Name

By:

Kingcome is a village nestled in the Pacific Northwest's remote wilderness. It was established by two brothers, Kwakiutl myth.

The Snare Of The Hunter by Helen MacInnes

The Snare Of The Hunter

By:

A young woman escapes from Czechoslovakia to search for her father. She discovers she is the target of a deadly hunt

Watership Down by Richard Adams

Watership Down

By:

Watership Down, Richard Adams's classic novel about Watership Down has been a worldwide bestseller for over forty years.

The Joy Of Sex by Alex Comfort

The Joy Of Sex

By:

The Joy of Sex is a famous program that helps couples find sex that is fun, exciting, passionate, satisfying, and most importantly, enjoyable.

Tuesday The Rabbi Saw Red by Harry Kemelman

Tuesday The Rabbi Saw Red

By:

Rabbi Small meets militant activists, anarchists and a mad terrorist on a college campus. In this New York Times bestseller, Rabbi Small is once again looking for refuge outside of the confines.

May 15, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 15, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Maze War

Maze War

Platform: Imlac PDS-1, Macintosh, NeXT Computer, Palm OS, Xerox Star, X Window System

Genre: First-person shooter

Gran Trak 10

Gran Trak 10

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari

Qwak!

Qwak!

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Shooter Gun game

Elimination

Elimination

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports simulation

Publisher: Kee Games

Spasim

Spasim

Platform: PLATO network

Genre: Shooter games

history

Who was the US President on May 15, 1974?

On May 15, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 15, 1974?

On May 15, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 15, 1974?

On May 15, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about May 15th?

May 15th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 15th day of the month of May. 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 May 15th, such as:

  • 2019 - In an ambush close to the malian border, at least 17 niger armed forces soldiers were killed by militants. six more soldiers have been evacuated to hospital, while 11 others are still missing. none of the groups has claimed responsibility.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. the israeli army reported that around 4,000 palestinians are protesting at five locations near the gaza border. they were throwing molotov cocktails at soldiers and setting fire to cars. two protesters are killed by the israeli army. more than 100 others are injured or injures by live fire and teargas.
  • 2017 - Western digital files an arbitration appeal to stop toshiba memory, its chip-making partner, from selling toshiba memory.

Find out more about May 15th

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What happened in 1974?

1974 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
  • Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
  • 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy

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What was the calendar for May 1974?

May 1974 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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.

Discover how May 1974 calendar looked like.

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