Wednesday October 17, 1956: on this day

October 17, 1956 was a Wednesday and it was the 291st day of the year 1956 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 17, 1956 can also be written as 10/17/1956 in the US and as 17/10/1956 in UK and Europe.

October 17, 1956 in October 1956 calendar

Here's what happened on October 17, 1956:

• Pakistan defeat australia by nine wickets at 1st attempt
• The first commercial nuclear power station is officially opened by queen elizabeth ii in sellafield,in cumbria, england.
• The game of the century: 13-year-old bobby fischer beats gm donald byrne in the ny rosenwald chess tournament.

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 17th is Libra.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 17, 1956: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 17, 1956 is Monkey and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 17, 1956 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 17, 1956 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 October 17, 1956 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 04:55 pm and setting at 06:01 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 20, 1956 while the next full moon would come on Oct 19, 1956.

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Your place in the Universe on October 17, 1956

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Famous people born on October 17, 1956:

• Jennamarie Jemison

  The first African-American woman to travel to space, serving as a mission specialist aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour.

• Mary Jemison

  The first African-American woman to travel to space, Mary Jemison is a pioneering astronaut and a role model for women in STEM fields.

• Janace Jemison

  First African-American woman to travel to space, serving as a mission specialist aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour.

• Josaphine Jemison

  Josaphine Jemison was the first African-American woman to travel to space, serving as a mission specialist on the Space Shuttle Endeavour in...

• Jayjay Jemison

  Jayjay Jemison is an American journalist and author who has worked for various news organizations.

• Henri Giscard d'Estaing

  French businessman and son of the former french president vala(c?)ry giscard d'estaing.

• Fran Cosmo

  American singer-songwriter/guitarist (boston and orion the hunter).

• Stephen Palumbi

  American academic and author.

• Ken Morrow

  American ice hockey player and executive.

• Pat McCrory

  American businessman and politician, 74th governor of north carolina.

• Robin LO Linschoten

  Dutch ass.

• Mae C Jemison in Decatur Alabama USA medical doctor astronaut (Sked

  Sts 47).

• Guy Stéphan
• Arturo Jáuregui Peña

Whose famous birthday is on October 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 17th:

• Smita Patil

  Renowned Indian actress known for her impactful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema.

• Felicity Jones

  Felicity Jones is an English actress known for her roles in films such as The Theory of Everything, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and On the...

• Wyclef Jean

  Wyclef jean is a musician, rapper, and actor known for being a member of the hip-hop group the fugees and for his solo career as a musician.

• Montgomery Clift

  Renowned actor known for his roles in classic films like 'A Place in the Sun'.

• Rob Marshall

  American choreographer and director producer.

• Margot Kidder

  Margot kidder was a canadian-american actress best known for her iconic role as lois lane in the superman film series.

• Evel Knievel

  American daredevil and modern-day gladiator, who performs daring motorcycle stunts which have nearly killed him several times.

• Mike Judge

  American voice actor, cartoonist, and filmmaker.

• Jean Arthur

  American singer and actress (d. 1991).

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 17, 1956?

There are 184 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday October 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 17, 1956?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 17, 1956.

Famous people died on October 17, 1956:

• Anne Crawford

  Actress from israel-english (d. 1956).

• Mearle Sorin

  Renowned American painter known for his landscapes and portraits.

• Alfonso Artiaco
• Haniel Long
• Roberto Gómez Pérez

What famous deaths happened on October 17th?

Famous deaths on October 17th:

• Danièle Delorme

  French actress and producer of film, the daughter a noted painter and resistance worker andra (c) girard.

• Teresa Brewer

  American jazz and pop singer (born 1931).

• Levi Stubbs

  American baritone singer (four tops) (born 1936).

• Joan Hickson

  British actress (born in 1906).

• John Stuart

  Actor of scottish-english descent (d. 1979).

• Nathanyl Chopin

  Celebrated composer known for his timeless music.

• Elijah Cummings

  Elijah Cummings was an American politician who served as a Democratic member of the U.S.

• Fredderick Chopin

  Renowned Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era.

• Chadric Chopin

  Chadric Chopin was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era, known for his innovative and expressive piano compositions.

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Holidays on October 17, 1956:

• United States - Black Poetry Day
• UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
• French Republican Calendar - Aubergine (Eggplant) Day, twenty-sixth day in the Month of VendTmiaire
• Haiti - Jean-Jacques Dessalines (1806), State holiday
• R.C. Saints - Saint Ignatius of Antioch; translation of Saint Audrey (áthelthryth); Saint Richard Gwyn

October 17, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 17, 1956 was The Green Door by Jim Lowe, according to the music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.

October 17, 1956: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 17, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 15th and October 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Jim Lowe - The Green Door
2. Doris Day - Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera)

October 17, 1956: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 17, 1956 was A Woman In Love by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.

October 17, 1956: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 17, 1956 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 15th and October 21st. It included the following Top 5 songs:

1. Frankie Laine - A Woman In Love
2. Anne Shelton - Lay Down Your Arms
3. Elvis Presley - Hound Dog
4. Doris Day - Whatever Will Be Will Be (Que Sera Sera)
5. Freddie Bell & The Bellboys - Giddy-Up-A-Ding-Dong