Monday May 17, 1954: on this day

May 17, 1954 was a Monday and it was the 137th day of the year 1954 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 17, 1954 can also be written as 5/17/1954 in the US and as 17/5/1954 in UK and Europe.

May 17, 1954 in May 1954 calendar

Here's what happened on May 17, 1954:

• Supreme court unanimously rules on brown vs. topeka board of education reversed 1896 separate but equal plessy vs ferguson decision
• U.s. supreme court rules unanimously in brown v. board of education of topeka, that racial segregation in public educational facilities is unconstitutional.
• The united states supreme court hands down a unanimous decision in brown v. board of educationtopeka, kansas, outlawing racial segregation in public schools.

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 17th is Taurus.

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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 17, 1954: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 1954 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 17, 1954 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 1954 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 17, 1954 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 08:20 pm and setting at 05:41 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 18, 1954 while the next full moon would come on Jun 16, 1954.

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Your place in the Universe on May 17, 1954

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Famous people born on May 17, 1954:

• Jean-Marie Bigard

  French comedian and actor, with scatological and controversial humour.

• Michael Roberts

  South african-english jockey.

• John Iles

  Supervisor dolby (elephant man richard iii).

• Ljubčo Djakov
• Francesco Frigeri
• Patsy Reddy
• William Mang
• David Zippel
• Lorenzo Ria
• Rafael Agudelo
• Pierre Flynn

Whose famous birthday is on May 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 17th:

• Dennis Hopper

  American actor and director, who at 19 was the first to land a part in "rebel without a cause".

• Adel Imam

  Adel imam is an egyptian actor known for his comedic roles in film and television.

• Sugar Ray Leonard

  Sugar ray leonard is a retired professional boxer and former undisputed welterweight champion.

• Ross Butler

  Ross butler is a tv actor known for his roles in popular series such as 13 reasons why and riverdale.

• Bob Saget

  Bob saget is an american actor and comedian best known for his role as danny tanner on the sitcom full house and as the original host of...

• Derek Hough

  Derek hough is an american dancer and choreographer, best known for his work on the reality dance competition show 'dancing with the stars'.

• Leven Rambin

  Leven Rambin is an American actress known for her roles in The Hunger Games and Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles.

• Nikki Reed

  Nikki Reed is an American actress, model, and screenwriter, best known for her role as Rosalie Hale in the Twilight Saga film series.

• Craig Ferguson

  Scots-american comedian, late-night tv host, writer, and director.

• Sasha Alexander

  Sasha alexander is an american television actress known for her roles in ncis and rizzoli & isles.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 17, 1954?

There are 21 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 1954?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 17, 1954.

Famous people died on May 17, 1954:

• Louis Scott
• Giovanni Selvaggi
• Fritz von Herzmanovsky-Orlando

What famous deaths happened on May 17th?

Famous deaths on May 17th:

• Frank Gorshin

  American actor.

• Edward Hardwicke

  English actor (born 1932).

• Bruce Fairbairn

  Canadian record producer and musician (born 1949).

• Robert Webber

  Actor (nuts assassin, 10, 10), dies at 74.

• Hugh Burden

  Actor (night of the laughing dead), passes away at 72.

• Kyston Williams

  Famous for his groundbreaking plays that explore social issues.

• Warda Al-Jazairia

  Warda Al-Jazairia was an Algerian singer who was known as the 'Flower of Algeria' and was one of the most famous Arab singers of the 20th...

• Zahki Khan

  Successful business magnate known for revolutionizing the tech industry.

• Lyndle Smith

  Pioneering scientist in the field of genetics, known for groundbreaking research.

• Geovannie Ramirez

  Renowned painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

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Holidays on May 17, 1954:

• Norwegian Constitution Day or Syttende Mai.
• Dfa das Letras Galegas ("Galician Literature Day") ? holiday in Galicia, honouring the Galician language.
• International Day Against Homophobia aka IDAHO
• Bahá'f Faith ? Feast of 'Azaamat (Grandeur) ? First day of the fourth month of the Bahá'f Calendar.

Observances on May 17, 1954:

• UN Global Road Safety Week, 17-23 May (biennial) [WHO]
• World Telecommunication and Information Society Day

Saints celebrated on May 17, 1954:

• Saint Solochon
• Saint Paschal Baylon or Pascal Baylon
• Saint Montanus
• Saint Dietmar
• Saint Pamphamer
• Saint Pamphalon
• Saint Adrian of Alexandria

May 17, 1954: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 1954 was Hernando's Hideaway by Archie Bleyer, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

May 17, 1954: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 17, 1954 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 17th and May 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Archie Bleyer - Hernando's Hideaway
2. Four Aces - Three Coins In The Fountain

May 17, 1954: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 1954 was Secret Love by Doris Day, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

May 17, 1954: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 17, 1954 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 17th and May 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Doris Day - Secret Love
2. Johnnie Ray - Such A Night
3. Obernkirchen Children's Choir - The Happy Wanderer
4. Frankie Laine - The Kid's Last Fight
5. Kay Starr - Changing Partners