What happened on Monday August 17, 1953?

Here's what happened on August 17, 1953:

• Founding of Narcotics Anonymous The first official meeting of Narcotics Anonymous (NA) takes place in Southern California, marking the beginning of a global support network for individuals struggling with drug addiction. This grassroots organization would go on to become a critical resource for recovery and community support worldwide.
• Birth of Kevin Rowland Kevin Rowland, lead singer of the iconic band Dexys Midnight Runners, is born. He would later become famous for the hit song 'Come on Eileen', which became a global pop culture phenomenon in the 1980s.

Events in 1953

August 17, 1953: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 17, 1953

Newspapers from Aug. 17, 1953

August 17, 1953 was a Monday and it was the 229th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 17, 1953 can also be written as 8/17/1953 in the US and as 17/8/1953 in UK and Europe.

August 17, 1953 in August 1953 calendar

Famous people born on August 17, 1953:

• Herta Müller

  Nobel Prize-winning Romanian-German novelist, essayist, poet, and recipient of the 2009 Nobel Prize in Literature.

• Kevin Rowland

  Lead singer of the popular British band Dexys Midnight Runners, known for their hit song 'Come On Eileen'.

• Kathie Lee Gifford

  Popular American television host, actress, singer, and comedian, best known for her work on morning television.

• Columba Bush

  Wife of Jeb Bush, former Governor of Florida and member of the prominent Bush political family.

• Judith Regan

  Prominent American book publisher and media executive known for controversial publishing decisions.

• Mick Malthouse

  Renowned Australian rules football coach with a distinguished career in coaching and playing.

• Noni Hazlehurst
• Robert Thirsk

Famous people born in 1953

Famous people born on August 17th

Famous people died on August 17, 1953:

• Albert Austin
• Tom Chatterton
• Banister Fletcher

Famous people who died in 1953

Famous people who died on August 17th

August 17, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 17, 1953 was My Love My Love by Joni James, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

1. Joni James - My Love My Love
2. Frankie Laine - Hey Joe!

August 17, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 17, 1953 was I Believe by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

1. Frankie Laine - I Believe
2. Mantovani - The Song From The Moulin Rouge
3. Frank Chacksfield - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')
4. Eddie Fisher With Sally Sweetland - I'm Walking Behind You
5. Ron Goodwin - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 17th is Leo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 17, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 17, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 17, 1953 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 17, 1953 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 17, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 01:59 pm and setting at 11:18 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 26, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Aug 24, 1953.

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Your place in the Universe on August 17, 1953

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Someone born on August 17, 1953 is:

71 years 8 months old,

or 860 months and 27 days old,

or 3743 weeks and 2 days old,

or 26203 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 17, 1953?

There are 95 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 17, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 17, 1953.

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