What happened on Tuesday August 20, 1957?

Here's what happened on August 20, 1957:

• US Air Force Altitude Record The United States Air Force successfully breaks the altitude record by reaching an impressive height of 102,000 feet (310,896 meters) using a high-altitude balloon, demonstrating significant advancements in aerospace technology and atmospheric exploration.
• Jim Bunning No-Hitter Detroit Tigers pitcher Jim Bunning delivers a spectacular no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox, winning the game 3-0 and demonstrating exceptional pitching prowess.
• Bob Keegan No-Hitter Chicago White Sox pitcher Bob Keegan achieves a remarkable no-hitter against the Washington Senators, winning the game 6-0 and showcasing exceptional pitching skill.
• Dale Long's Unique Catching Achievement Dale Long makes baseball history by becoming the first left-handed major league catcher in 52 years, a rare and remarkable feat in professional baseball.
• Simply Heavenly Theater Production 'Simply Heavenly', a notable theatrical production, opens at the Playhouse Theater in New York City and runs for 62 performances, contributing to the city's vibrant cultural scene.

Events in 1957

August 20, 1957: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 20, 1957

Newspapers from Aug. 20, 1957

August 20, 1957 was a Tuesday and it was the 232nd day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 20, 1957 can also be written as 8/20/1957 in the US and as 20/8/1957 in UK and Europe.

August 20, 1957 in August 1957 calendar

Famous people born on August 20, 1957:

• Simon Donaldson

  Renowned English mathematician known for significant contributions to geometry and topology.

• Myung-se Lee
• Mary Stavin

Famous people born in 1957

Famous people born on August 20th

Famous people died on August 20, 1957:

• I barone Mountevans Edward Evans
• Halil Kut

Famous people who died in 1957

Famous people who died on August 20th

August 20, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 20, 1957 was (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

1. Elvis Presley - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear
2. The Everly Brothers - Bye Bye Love
3. Pat Boone - Love Letters In The Sand
4. Debbie Reynolds - Tammy
5. The Coasters - Searchin'

August 20, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 20, 1957 was All Shook Up by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week August 19th and August 25th.

1. Elvis Presley - All Shook Up
2. Pat Boone - Love Letters In The Sand
3. Lonnie Donegan - Gamblin' Man / Putting On The Style
4. Elvis Presley - (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear
5. Russ Hamilton - We Will Make Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 20th is Leo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 20, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 20, 1957 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 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 August 20, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 18% full, rising at 12:47 am and setting at 04:39 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 10, 1957 while the next full moon would come on Sep 09, 1957.

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Your place in the Universe on August 20, 1957

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Someone born on August 20, 1957 is:

67 years 8 months old,

or 812 months and 24 days old,

or 3534 weeks and 1 day old,

or 24739 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 20, 1957?

There are 98 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday August 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 20, 1957?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 20, 1957.

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