What happened on Thursday June 18, 1953?

Here's what happened on June 18, 1953:

• Egyptian Revolution Concludes - Republic Established The Egyptian revolution of 1952 reaches its culmination with the definitive overthrow of the Muhammad Ali dynasty. This pivotal moment marks the end of the monarchy and the establishment of the Republic of Egypt, fundamentally transforming the nation's political landscape.
• US Air Force C-124 Globemaster Crash in Japan A United States Air Force C-124 Globemaster aircraft crashed and burned near Tachikawa, Japan, resulting in a tragic loss of 129 servicemen's lives. The catastrophic incident highlights the inherent risks of military aviation during the early 1950s.
• Death of René Fonck, World War I Flying Ace René Fonck, the renowned French aviator and top Allied World War I Flying Ace, passed away on June 18, 1953. A legendary figure in aviation history, Fonck was born in 1887 and was celebrated for his exceptional aerial combat skills during the First World War.
• Red Sox Historic Baseball Performance In a remarkable baseball game, the Red Sox set a record by scoring 17 runs in a single inning (7th), ultimately defeating Detroit with a stunning 23-3 victory. Eugene Stephens became the first player to achieve 3 hits during this extraordinary offensive display.

Events in 1953

June 18, 1953: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 18, 1953

Newspapers from Jun. 18, 1953

June 18, 1953 was a Thursday and it was the 169th day of the year 1953 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 18, 1953 can also be written as 6/18/1953 in the US and as 18/6/1953 in UK and Europe.

June 18, 1953 in June 1953 calendar

Famous people born on June 18, 1953:

• Peter Donohoe

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Famous people born in 1953

Famous people born on June 18th

Famous people died on June 18, 1953:

• René Fonck
• Curuppumullage Jinarajadasa
• Thomas Thorstensen

Famous people who died in 1953

Famous people who died on June 18th

June 18, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 18, 1953 was No Other Love by Perry Como, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

1. Perry Como - No Other Love
2. Les Paul & Mary Ford - Vaya Con Dios (May God Be With You)

June 18, 1953: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 18, 1953 was I Believe by Frankie Laine, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

1. Frankie Laine - I Believe
2. Frank Chacksfield - Terry's Theme (From 'Limelight')
3. Eddie Fisher With Sally Sweetland - I'm Walking Behind You
4. Nat 'King' Cole - Pretend
5. Muriel Smith - Hold Me Thrill Me Kiss Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 18th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 18, 1953: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 18, 1953 is Snake and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 18, 1953 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 18, 1953 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 June 18, 1953 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 47% full, rising at 12:15 pm and setting at 12:34 am.

The previous full moon was on May 28, 1953 while the next full moon would come on Jun 27, 1953.

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Your place in the Universe on June 18, 1953

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Someone born on June 18, 1953 is:

71 years 10 months old,

or 862 months and 26 days old,

or 3751 weeks and 6 days old,

or 26263 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 18, 1953?

There are 35 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday June 18th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 18, 1953?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 18, 1953.

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