What happened on Tuesday August 16, 1966?

Here's what happened on August 16, 1966:

• House Un-American Activities Committee Investigates Vietnam War Dissent During the height of the Vietnam War, the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) initiated investigations into Americans suspected of aiding the Viet Cong. The committee proposed potential legislation to criminalize such activities. The hearing was dramatically disrupted by anti-war demonstrators, resulting in 50 arrests, highlighting the intense social and political tensions of the era.
• The Beatles Perform at JFK Stadium The Beatles performed their second and final concert of the day at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, continuing their landmark 1966 tour. This performance was part of their final full concert tour, marking a significant moment in rock music history.
• Jack Mather Passes Away Jack Mather, a well-known actor famous for his role in 'The Cisco Kid' radio and television series, died of a heart attack at the age of 58. Mather was a prominent voice actor of his time.
• Ed Olczyk Birth Ed Olczyk, future NHL center who would play for the Winnipeg Jets, was born in Chicago, Illinois. Olczyk would go on to become a notable professional hockey player and later a respected hockey commentator.
• Rosey Edeh Birth Rosey Edeh, a Canadian 400m hurdler who would compete in the 1992 and 1996 Olympic Games, was born in London, England. Edeh would become a notable track and field athlete representing Canada on the international stage.
• Terry Shumpert Birth Terry Shumpert, an infielder who would play for the Chicago Cubs, was born in Paducah, Kentucky. Shumpert would go on to have a career in professional baseball.

Events in 1966

August 16, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 16, 1966

Newspapers from Aug. 16, 1966

August 16, 1966 was a Tuesday and it was the 228th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 16, 1966 can also be written as 8/16/1966 in the US and as 16/8/1966 in UK and Europe.

August 16, 1966 in August 1966 calendar

Famous people born on August 16, 1966:

• Eddie Olczyk

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Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on August 16th

Famous people died on August 16, 1966:

• Carl Klæth
• Günther Rohr

Famous people who died in 1966

Famous people who died on August 16th

August 16, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 16, 1966 was Summer In The City by The Lovin' Spoonful, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

1. The Lovin' Spoonful - Summer In The City
2. Bobby Hebb - Sunny
3. Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs - Lil' Red Riding Hood
4. The Troggs - Wild Thing
5. Napoleon XIV - They're Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa!

August 16, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 16, 1966 was With A Girl Like You by Troggs, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

1. Troggs - With A Girl Like You
2. The Beatles - Yellow Submarine / Eleanor Rigby
3. The Beach Boys - God Only Knows
4. Chris Farlowe - Out Of Time
5. Los Bravos - Black Is Black

August 16, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 16, 1966 was Ain't Too Proud To Beg by The Temptations, according to the music chart for the week August 15th and August 21st.

1. The Temptations - Ain't Too Proud To Beg
2. Stevie Wonder - Blowin In The Wind
3. Bobby Hebb - Sunny
4. Darrell Banks - Open The Door To Your Heart
5. Percy Sledge - Warm And Tender Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 16th is Leo.

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August 16, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 16, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 16, 1966 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 16, 1966 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 August 16, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 05:54 am and setting at 09:02 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 01, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Aug 31, 1966.

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Your place in the Universe on August 16, 1966

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Someone born on August 16, 1966 is:

58 years 8 months old,

or 704 months and 28 days old,

or 3065 weeks and 1 day old,

or 21456 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 16, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 16, 1966.

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