What happened on Wednesday February 18, 1976?

Here's what happened on February 18, 1976:

• Ford's Executive Order Banning Political Assassinations On February 18, 1976, President Gerald Ford issued Executive Order 11905, a landmark directive that fundamentally reshaped U.S. intelligence and foreign policy. The order accomplished two critical actions: first, it replaced the 40 Committee with the Operations Advisory Group, and second, it explicitly prohibited U.S. government employees from participating in political assassinations. This executive order was a direct response to revelations about controversial CIA activities during the Cold War era and represented a significant reform in American intelligence practices.
• General Election in Antigua and Barbuda A pivotal general election was held in Antigua and Barbuda on February 18, 1976, marking an important moment in the nation's democratic process. This election would have determined the composition of the national legislature and potentially the leadership of the government during a period of post-colonial political development.

Events in 1976

February 18, 1976: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 18, 1976

Newspapers from Feb. 18, 1976

February 18, 1976 was a Wednesday and it was the 49th day of the year 1976 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 18, 1976 can also be written as 2/18/1976 in the US and as 18/2/1976 in UK and Europe.

February 18, 1976 in February 1976 calendar

Famous people born on February 18, 1976:

• Chanda Rubin

  Professional tennis player who founded Chanda's Secrets, a skincare company focused on wellness and personal care.

Famous people born in 1976

Famous people born on February 18th

Famous people died on February 18, 1976:

• Joseph Henabery

  Actor/director (cobra) dies at 88.

• Eddie Dowling
• Luigi Micheluzzi

Famous people who died in 1976

Famous people who died on February 18th

February 18, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 18, 1976 was 50 Ways To Leave Your Lover by Paul Simon, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. Paul Simon - 50 Ways To Leave Your Lover
2. Rhythm Heritage - Theme From S.W.A.T.
3. Hot Chocolate - You Sexy Thing
4. Donna Summer - Love To Love You Baby
5. The Miracles - Love Machine (Part 1)

February 18, 1976: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 18, 1976 was December '63 by The Four Seasons, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. The Four Seasons - December '63
2. Slik - Forever And Ever
3. Abba - Mamma Mia
4. Tina Charles - I Love To Love
5. Manuel & The Music Of The Mountains - Rodrigo's Guitar Concerto De Aranjuez

February 18, 1976: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 18, 1976 was Sweet Thing by Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - Sweet Thing
2. Commodores - Sweet Love
3. Tyrone Davis - Turning Point
4. Barry White - Let The Music Play
5. The Sylvers - Boogie Fever

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, 1976: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 18, 1976 is Dragon and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 18, 1976 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 18, 1976 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, 1976 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 79% full, rising at 09:32 pm and setting at 08:47 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 15, 1976 while the next full moon would come on Mar 16, 1976.

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Your place in the Universe on February 18, 1976

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Someone born on February 18, 1976 is:

49 years 2 months old,

or 590 months and 5 days old,

or 2566 weeks

or 17962 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 18, 1976?

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, 1976?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 18, 1976.

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