What happened on Sunday December 18, 1966?

Here's what happened on December 18, 1966:

• First Broadcast of 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas' The classic animated television special 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas', narrated by Boris Karloff, is broadcast for the first time on CBS. This adaptation of Dr. Seuss's beloved children's book quickly becomes an annual Christmas tradition, enchanting generations of viewers with its heartwarming story of redemption and the true meaning of the holiday season.
• Soviet Nuclear Test in Kazakhstan The Soviet Union conducts a nuclear test at the Eastern Kazakhstan/Semipalatinsk Test Site, continuing its nuclear weapons development program during the Cold War era. This test was part of the ongoing nuclear arms race between the USSR and the United States.
• Discovery of Saturn's Moon Epimetheus Astronomer Richard L. Walker discovers Epimetheus, a small, irregularly shaped moon of Saturn. This moon is unique as it shares its orbital path with another moon, Janus, in a rare orbital configuration. Epimetheus is one of Saturn's many natural satellites and contributes to our understanding of planetary satellite systems.
• Tracy Byrd's Musical Career Tracy Byrd, a notable country singer known for hits like 'Keeper of the Stars', continues to establish his presence in the country music scene. His music contributes to the rich tapestry of American country music during the late 20th century.

Events in 1966

December 18, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 18, 1966

Newspapers from Dec. 18, 1966

December 18, 1966: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Baltimore Colts - San Francisco 49ers : 30 - 14
• Dallas Cowboys - New York Giants : 17 - 7
• Green Bay Packers - Los Angeles Rams : 27 - 23
• Minnesota Vikings - Chicago Bears : 28 - 41
• Philadelphia Eagles - Washington Redskins : 37 - 28

December 18, 1966 was a Sunday and it was the 352nd day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 18, 1966 can also be written as 12/18/1966 in the US and as 18/12/1966 in UK and Europe.

December 18, 1966 in December 1966 calendar

Famous people born on December 18, 1966:

• Gianluca Pagliuca

  Legendary Italian goalkeeper who played for Sampdoria, Inter Milan, and the Italian national team from 1991 to 1998.

• Hubert Bonneau

Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on December 18th

Famous people died on December 18, 1966:

• Tara Browne
• Gene Gauntier
• Steuart Wilson

Famous people who died in 1966

Famous people who died on December 18th

December 18, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 18, 1966 was Winchester Cathedral by The New Vaudeville Band, according to the music chart for the week December 12th and December 18th.

1. The New Vaudeville Band - Winchester Cathedral
2. Donovan - Mellow Yellow
3. The Beach Boys - Good Vibrations
4. Mitch Ryder - Devil With A Blue Dress On & Good Golly Miss Molly
5. The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On

December 18, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 18, 1966 was Green Green Grass Of Home by Tom Jones, according to the music chart for the week December 12th and December 18th.

1. Tom Jones - Green Green Grass Of Home
2. Val Doonican - What Would I Be
3. The Beach Boys - Good Vibrations
4. The Seekers - Morningtown Ride
5. The Small Faces - My Mind's Eye

December 18, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 18, 1966 was You Keep Me Hangin' On by The Supremes, according to the music chart for the week December 12th and December 18th.

1. The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On
2. Martha & The Vandellas - I'm Ready For Love
3. The Temptations - (I Know) I'm Losing You
4. The Miracles - (Come 'round Here) I'm The One You Need
5. B.B. King - Don't Answer The Door - Part 1

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 18th is Sagittarius.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 18, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 18, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 18, 1966 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 18, 1966 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 December 18, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 43% full, rising at 11:51 am and setting at 11:02 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 28, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Dec 27, 1966.

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Your place in the Universe on December 18, 1966

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Someone born on December 18, 1966 is:

58 years 4 months old,

or 700 months and 5 days old,

or 3044 weeks and 3 days old,

or 21311 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 18, 1966?

There are 239 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 18th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 18, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 18, 1966.

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