What happened on Wednesday March 16, 1955?

Here's what happened on March 16, 1955:

• US Nuclear Weapons Policy in Cold War Era US President Dwight Eisenhower affirmed the potential use of atomic weapons as a strategic deterrent during the heightened tensions of the Cold War, signaling the United States' military preparedness and nuclear doctrine.
• First Female Judge in Netherlands Josephine Kroesen made history by becoming the first female judge in the Netherlands, marking a significant milestone for gender equality in the Dutch judicial system.
• Death of Nicolas de Staël Nicolas de Staël, a prominent Russian-born painter known for his abstract expressionist works, tragically died by suicide at age 41, leaping from his eleventh-story studio terrace in Antibes, France. His death shocked the art world and cut short a promising artistic career.
• Maritime Tragedy in Ionian Sea A devastating maritime disaster occurred when the Greek fishing vessel *Iason* capsized and sank in the Ionian Sea. Of the fifteen crew members, eleven perished. In a compounding tragedy, the rescue attempt by the SS *Stratheden* also resulted in the drowning of eight people in a capsized lifeboat. Only four survivors from the *Iason* were ultimately rescued.

Events in 1955

March 16, 1955: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Mar. 16, 1955

Newspapers from Mar. 16, 1955

March 16, 1955 was a Wednesday and it was the 75th day of the year 1955 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 16, 1955 can also be written as 3/16/1955 in the US and as 16/3/1955 in UK and Europe.

March 16, 1955 in March 1955 calendar

Famous people born on March 16, 1955:

• Dee Snider

  Lead singer of heavy metal band Twisted Sister, known for iconic 1980s rock anthems and cultural impact.

• Bruno Barreto

  Renowned Brazilian film director, producer, and screenwriter known for significant contributions to Brazilian cinema.

• Bob Ley

  Prominent American sports journalist and long-time ESPN anchor known for in-depth sports reporting.

• Pëtr Aven

Famous people born in 1955

Famous people born on March 16th

Famous people died on March 16, 1955:

• Nicolas de Staël

  Renowned Russian-French painter and illustrator known for his abstract and expressive artistic style.

• Richard Becker
• Luigi del Liechtenstein

Famous people who died in 1955

Famous people who died on March 16th

March 16, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 16, 1955 was Ballad Of Davy Crockett by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.

1. Tennessee Ernie Ford - Ballad Of Davy Crockett
2. Bill Hayes - The Ballad Of Davy Crockett
3. Four Aces - Melody Of Love

March 16, 1955: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 16, 1955 was Give Me Your Word by Tennessee Ernie Ford, according to the music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.

1. Tennessee Ernie Ford - Give Me Your Word
2. Ruby Murray - Softly Softly
3. Nat 'King' Cole - A Blossom Fell
4. Rosemary Clooney & The Mellomen - Mambo Italiano
5. Dean Martin - Let Me Go Lover

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 16th is Pisces.

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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 16, 1955: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 16, 1955 is Goat and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 16, 1955 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 16, 1955 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 16, 1955 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 01:11 am and setting at 11:24 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 08, 1955 while the next full moon would come on Apr 07, 1955.

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Your place in the Universe on March 16, 1955

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Someone born on March 16, 1955 is:

70 years 1 month old,

or 841 months and 27 days old,

or 3660 weeks and 6 days old,

or 25626 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 16, 1955?

There are 307 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday March 16th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 16, 1955?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on March 16, 1955.

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