What happened on Wednesday June 17, 1964?

Here's what happened on June 17, 1964:

• Nelson Mandela's Rivonia Trial Speech Nelson Mandela delivered his historic 'I Am Prepared to Die' speech during the Rivonia Trial, a pivotal moment in the anti-apartheid struggle. In this powerful courtroom address, Mandela eloquently defended the African National Congress's resistance against racial oppression and outlined the moral justification for fighting against the apartheid system. His speech would ultimately result in his 27-year imprisonment on Robben Island, transforming him into a global symbol of resistance and human rights.
• The Beatles' First Ed Sullivan Show Appearance The Beatles made their groundbreaking first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show, a landmark moment that catalyzed the British Invasion in American music. This performance marked the beginning of Beatlemania in the United States, introducing the band to millions of viewers and fundamentally transforming popular music and youth culture.
• Michael Gross: Olympic Swimmer Profile Michael Gross, a prominent West German swimmer, emerged as a notable Olympic athlete. By 1984, he had established himself as a world-class competitor, setting two world records and representing his country at the Olympic Games.

Events in 1964

June 17, 1964: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 17, 1964

Newspapers from Jun. 17, 1964

June 17, 1964 was a Wednesday and it was the 169th day of the year 1964 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 17, 1964 can also be written as 6/17/1964 in the US and as 17/6/1964 in UK and Europe.

June 17, 1964 in June 1964 calendar

Famous people born on June 17, 1964:

• Michael Gross

  Legendary German Olympic swimmer known as 'the albatross' for his extraordinary physique.

• Erin Murphy

  American actress best known for her childhood role in a popular television series.

• Rinaldo Capello

  Accomplished Italian race car driver with a distinguished career in motorsports.

• Frédéric Seillier
• Ann-Gisel Glass
• Kimber Eastwood

Famous people born in 1964

Famous people born on June 17th

Famous people died on June 17, 1964:

• Clarence G. Badger
• Carlo Corna

Famous people who died in 1964

Famous people who died on June 17th

June 17, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 17, 1964 was Chapel Of Love by The Dixie Cups, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

1. The Dixie Cups - Chapel Of Love
2. Peter and Gordon - A World Without Love
3. The Beach Boys - I Get Around
4. Ray Charles Singers - Love Me With All Your Heart (Cuando Calienta El Sol)
5. Millie Small - My Boy Lollipop

June 17, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 17, 1964 was It's Over by Roy Orbison, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

1. Roy Orbison - It's Over
2. Cilla Black - You're My World
3. Brian Poole & The Tremeloes - Someone, Someone
4. Chuck Berry - No Particular Place To Go
5. Mary Wells - My Guy

June 17, 1964: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 17, 1964 was Walk On By by Dionne Warwick, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

1. Dionne Warwick - Walk On By
2. Mary Wells - My Guy
3. Marvin Gaye & Mary Wells - Once Upon A Time
4. Brenda Holloway - Every Little Bit Hurts
5. Brook Benton - Another Cup Of Coffee

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 17th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 17, 1964: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 17, 1964 is Dragon and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 17, 1964 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 17, 1964 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 June 17, 1964 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 01:32 pm and setting at 02:02 am.

The previous full moon was on May 26, 1964 while the next full moon would come on Jun 25, 1964.

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Your place in the Universe on June 17, 1964

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Someone born on June 17, 1964 is:

60 years 10 months old,

or 730 months and 6 days old,

or 3175 weeks

or 22225 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 17, 1964?

There are 55 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday June 17th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 17, 1964?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 17, 1964.

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