What happened on Monday February 18, 1957?

Here's what happened on February 18, 1957:

• Execution of Kenyan Rebel Leader Dedan Kimathi Dedan Kimathi, a prominent Kenyan rebel leader and key figure in the Mau Mau uprising against British colonial rule, was executed by the British colonial government. Kimathi was a significant symbol of resistance against colonial oppression and played a crucial role in Kenya's struggle for independence.
• Last Legal Execution in New Zealand Walter James Bolton became the final person legally executed in New Zealand, being hanged at Mount Eden Prison for the murder of his wife through poisoning. This event marked the end of capital punishment in the country, signaling a significant shift in New Zealand's criminal justice system.

Events in 1957

February 18, 1957: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 18, 1957

Newspapers from Feb. 18, 1957

February 18, 1957 was a Monday and it was the 49th day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 18, 1957 can also be written as 2/18/1957 in the US and as 18/2/1957 in UK and Europe.

February 18, 1957 in February 1957 calendar

Famous people born on February 18, 1957:

• Vanna White

  Iconic television personality best known for her role as the letter-turner on 'Wheel of Fortune', one of the most popular game shows in...

• Marita Koch

  Legendary East German track and field athlete who dominated sprint events during the 1980s.

• Christiane Torloni

Famous people born in 1957

Famous people born on February 18th

Famous people died on February 18, 1957:

• Dedan Kimathi

  Kenyan anti-colonial rebel leader who played a crucial role in the Mau Mau uprising against British colonial rule.

• Henry Norris Russell

Famous people who died in 1957

Famous people who died on February 18th

February 18, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 18, 1957 was Young Love by Tab Hunter, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

1. Tab Hunter - Young Love
2. Sonny James - Young Love
3. Elvis Presley - Too Much
4. Harry Belafonte - Banana Boat (Day-O)
5. Frankie Laine - Moonlight Gambler

February 18, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 18, 1957 was The Garden Of Eden by Frankie Vaughan, according to the music chart for the week February 18th and February 24th.

1. Frankie Vaughan - The Garden Of Eden
2. Guy Mitchell - Singing The Blues
3. Tab Hunter - Young Love
4. Pat Boone - Friendly Persuasion
5. Lonnie Donegan - Don't You Rock Me Daddy-O

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 18th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 18, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 18, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 18, 1957 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 18, 1957 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 February 18, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 09:35 pm and setting at 09:22 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 14, 1957 while the next full moon would come on Mar 16, 1957.

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Your place in the Universe on February 18, 1957

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Someone born on February 18, 1957 is:

68 years 2 months old,

or 818 months and 5 days old,

or 3557 weeks and 2 days old,

or 24901 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 18, 1957?

There are 301 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday February 18th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 18, 1957?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 18, 1957.

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