What happened on Thursday August 20, 1964?

Here's what happened on August 20, 1964:

• Fannie Lou Hamer's Democratic Convention Speech Civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer, Vice Chair of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, delivers a powerful testimony to the Credentials Committee of the Democratic National Convention. She challenges the all-white Mississippi delegation, highlighting the systemic racial discrimination in the political process and demanding fair representation for African Americans.
• Economic Opportunity Act Signed President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the landmark Economic Opportunity Act, a comprehensive anti-poverty legislation allocating nearly $1 billion to combat poverty and provide economic opportunities for disadvantaged Americans. This act was a key component of Johnson's 'War on Poverty' initiative, aimed at reducing economic inequality and providing job training, education, and support for low-income communities.
• International Telecommunications Satellite Consortium Formation of the International Telecommunications Satellite Consortium, a significant milestone in global communication technology that would pave the way for international satellite communication networks.
• Youngest Football League Player Record Derek Foster of Sunderland becomes the youngest player in Football League history, making his debut at just 15 years and 185 days old. This remarkable achievement highlights the potential for young talent in professional football and creates a notable record in sports history.

Events in 1964

August 20, 1964: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 20, 1964

Newspapers from Aug. 20, 1964

August 20, 1964 was a Thursday and it was the 233rd day of the year 1964 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 20, 1964 can also be written as 8/20/1964 in the US and as 20/8/1964 in UK and Europe.

August 20, 1964 in August 1964 calendar

Famous people born on August 20, 1964:

• Azarias Ruberwa

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• Giuseppe Giannini

Famous people born in 1964

Famous people born on August 20th

Famous people died on August 20, 1964:

• Émile Cornic

Famous people who died in 1964

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August 20, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 20, 1964 was Where Did Our Love Go by The Supremes, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

1. The Supremes - Where Did Our Love Go
2. Dean Martin - Everybody Loves Somebody
3. The Beatles - A Hard Day's Night
4. The Drifters - Under The Boardwalk
5. The Animals - The House Of The Rising Sun

August 20, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 20, 1964 was Do Wah Diddy Diddy by Manfred Mann, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

1. Manfred Mann - Do Wah Diddy Diddy
2. The Beatles - A Hard Day's Night
3. The Honeycombs - Have I The Right?
4. The Rolling Stones - It's All Over Now
5. Jim Reeves - I Won't Forget You

August 20, 1964: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 20, 1964 was Under The Boardwalk by The Drifters, according to the music chart for the week August 17th and August 23rd.

1. The Drifters - Under The Boardwalk
2. Jimmy Hughes - Steal Away
3. The Supremes - Where Did Our Love Go
4. Jerry Butler - I Stand Accused
5. Gene Chandler - Just Be True

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

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August 20, 1964: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 1964 is Dragon and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 20, 1964 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 1964 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, 1964 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 06:39 pm and setting at 04:15 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 1964 while the next full moon would come on Aug 23, 1964.

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Someone born on August 20, 1964 is:

60 years 8 months old,

or 728 months and 19 days old,

or 3168 weeks and 1 day old,

or 22177 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 20, 1964?

There are 103 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, 1964?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 20, 1964.

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