What happened on Sunday May 17, 1959?

Here's what happened on May 17, 1959:

• Cold War Diplomatic Crisis: Paris Summit Collapse A critical four-part summit meeting in Paris dramatically unraveled after the Soviet Union shot down an American U-2 spy plane. President Dwight D. Eisenhower refused Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev's demand for an apology regarding past perceived aggressions, leading to a significant diplomatic breakdown during the height of Cold War tensions.
• Cristo-Rei Statue Dedication in Lisbon The iconic Cristo-Rei (Christ the King) statue was officially dedicated on an overlook above Lisbon, Portugal. Inspired by the famous Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, this monumental religious landmark became a significant cultural and architectural symbol for Portugal.
• Birth of Paul Di'Anno, Rock Musician Paul Di'Anno was born in Chingford, London, England. He would later become known as the original lead vocalist of the legendary heavy metal band Iron Maiden, notably performing iconic tracks like 'Run To The Hills'.
• Sam Snead Sets PGA Golf Record Professional golfer Sam Snead established a remarkable PGA record by completing 36 holes with an impressive score of 122, showcasing his exceptional skill and consistency in the sport.

Events in 1959

May 17, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 17, 1959

Newspapers from May. 17, 1959

May 17, 1959 was a Sunday and it was the 137th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 17, 1959 can also be written as 5/17/1959 in the US and as 17/5/1959 in UK and Europe.

May 17, 1959 in May 1959 calendar

Famous people died on May 17, 1959:

• George Albert Smith

Famous people who died in 1959

Famous people who died on May 17th

May 17, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 17, 1959 was The Happy Organ by Dave Baby Cortez, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

1. Dave Baby Cortez - The Happy Organ
2. The Impalas - Sorry (I Ran All The Way Home)
3. The Fleetwoods - Come Softly To Me
4. Edward Byrnes - Kookie, Kookie (Lend Me Your Comb)
5. Elvis Presley - (Now And Then There's) A Fool Such As I

May 17, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 17, 1959 was A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

1. Elvis Presley - A Fool Such As I / I Need Your Love Tonight
2. Buddy Holly - It Doesn't Matter Anymore
3. Russ Conway - Side Saddle
4. Marty Wilde - Donna
5. Ricky Nelson - It's Late

May 17, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 17, 1959 was Kansas City by Wilbert Harrison, according to the music chart for the week May 11th and May 17th.

1. Wilbert Harrison - Kansas City
2. Jackie Wilson - That's Why (I Love You So)
3. The Fiestas - So Fine
4. Brook Benton - It's Just A Matter Of Time
5. Dodie Stevens - Pink Shoe Laces

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, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 17, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 17, 1959 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 17, 1959 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, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 02:31 pm and setting at 03:02 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 23, 1959 while the next full moon would come on May 22, 1959.

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Your place in the Universe on May 17, 1959

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Someone born on May 17, 1959 is:

65 years 11 months old,

or 791 months and 27 days old,

or 3443 weeks and 3 days old,

or 24104 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 17, 1959?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 17, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 17, 1959.

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