What happened on Friday April 20, 1962?

Here's what happened on April 20, 1962:

• Arrest of OAS Leader in Algeria Ex-general Raoul Salan, a prominent leader of the Organisation Armée Secrète (OAS), was arrested in Algiers during the tumultuous Algerian War of Independence, marking a significant moment in the conflict between French colonial forces and Algerian independence movements.
• New Orleans Migration Assistance Program The New Orleans Citizens Company offered free one-way transportation to African Americans seeking opportunities in the Northern United States, reflecting the complex social dynamics and ongoing migration patterns during the Civil Rights era.
• Neil Armstrong X-15 High-Altitude Flight NASA civilian pilot Neil A. Armstrong successfully piloted the experimental X-15 aircraft to an impressive altitude of 63,250 meters, demonstrating cutting-edge aerospace technology and pushing the boundaries of high-altitude flight.
• The Incredible Hulk Comic Book Debut Marvel Comics introduced 'The Incredible Hulk' in its first issue, created by legendary comic book artists Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, launching an iconic superhero character that would become a significant part of popular culture.
• First Target Store Opens Dayton Hudson Corporation launched the first Target discount store in Roseville, Minnesota, initiating what would become a major retail revolution in American consumer shopping experiences.
• Norwich City Wins English League Cup Norwich City Football Club secured victory in the English League Cup by defeating Rochdale in the final, marking a notable achievement in the club's sporting history.

Events in 1962

April 20, 1962: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 20, 1962

Newspapers from Apr. 20, 1962

April 20, 1962 was a Friday and it was the 110th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 20, 1962 can also be written as 4/20/1962 in the US and as 20/4/1962 in UK and Europe.

April 20, 1962 in April 1962 calendar

Famous people born on April 20, 1962:

• Peter Segal

Famous people born in 1962

Famous people born on April 20th

Famous people died on April 20, 1962:

• Alberto Cibrario
• Giorgio Dal Piaz

Famous people who died in 1962

Famous people who died on April 20th

April 20, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 20, 1962 was Good Luck Charm by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.

1. Elvis Presley - Good Luck Charm
2. Shelley Fabares - Johnny Angel
3. Dee Dee Sharp - Mashed Potato Time
4. Chubby Checker - Slow Twistin'
5. Rick Nelson - Young World

April 20, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 20, 1962 was Wonderful Land by The Shadows, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.

1. The Shadows - Wonderful Land
2. Roy Orbison - Dream Baby
3. Helen Shapiro - Tell Me What He Said
4. Bruce Channel - Hey Baby
5. Del Shannon - Hey Little Girl

April 20, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 20, 1962 was Soul Twist by King Curtis And The Noble Knights, according to the music chart for the week April 16th and April 22nd.

1. King Curtis And The Noble Knights - Soul Twist
2. Dee Dee Sharp - Mashed Potato Time
3. Ketty Lester - Love Letters
4. Sam Cooke - Twistin' The Night Away
5. Chubby Checker (with Dee Dee Sharp) - Slow Twistin'

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 20th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 20, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 20, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 20, 1962 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 20, 1962 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 April 20, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 07:21 pm and setting at 06:21 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 20, 1962 while the next full moon would come on May 19, 1962.

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Your place in the Universe on April 20, 1962

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Someone born on April 20, 1962 is:

63 years 1 month old,

or 757 months and 3 days old,

or 3292 weeks

or 23044 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 20, 1962?

There are 332 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 20th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 20, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 20, 1962.

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