What happened on Sunday July 20, 1952?

Here's what happened on July 20, 1952:

• Emil Zatopek Sets Olympic Record in 10,000 Meters Czech long-distance runner Emil Zatopek achieves an Olympic record in the 10,000-meter race, further cementing his reputation as one of the most extraordinary athletes of the 20th century. Known as the 'Czech Locomotive', Zatopek was renowned for his extraordinary endurance and unique running style.
• 15th Olympic Games Open in Helsinki The 15th Olympic Summer Games officially commence in Helsinki, Finland, marking a significant moment in post-World War II international sports diplomacy. The games would become notable for athletic achievements and international cooperation during the Cold War era.
• Fausto Coppi Wins Tour de France Italian cycling legend Fausto Coppi secures victory in the Tour de France, demonstrating his exceptional skill and reinforcing his status as one of the greatest cyclists of his generation. Coppi was known for his innovative racing techniques and dominance in professional cycling.
• Isabelle LaMal, Film Actress, Passes Away Isabelle LaMal, a film actress from the early 20th century, dies at the age of 66. While details of her career are limited, her passing marks the end of an era in early cinema.

Events in 1952

July 20, 1952: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 20, 1952

Newspapers from Jul. 20, 1952

July 20, 1952 was a Sunday and it was the 202nd day of the year 1952 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 20, 1952 can also be written as 7/20/1952 in the US and as 20/7/1952 in UK and Europe.

July 20, 1952 in July 1952 calendar

Famous people born on July 20, 1952:

• Ken Littleton

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• Corrado Tedeschi
• Adrian Biddle

Famous people born in 1952

Famous people born on July 20th

Famous people died on July 20, 1952:

• Ferdinand Lot
• Giovanni Marro

Famous people who died in 1952

Famous people who died on July 20th

July 20, 1952: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 20, 1952 was Wish You Were Here by Eddie Fisher, according to the music chart for the week July 14th and July 20th.

1. Eddie Fisher - Wish You Were Here

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 20th is Cancer.

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

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July 20, 1952: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 20, 1952 is Dragon and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 20, 1952 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 20, 1952 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 July 20, 1952 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:04 am and setting at 08:27 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 07, 1952 while the next full moon would come on Aug 05, 1952.

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Your place in the Universe on July 20, 1952

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Someone born on July 20, 1952 is:

72 years 9 months old,

or 873 months and 3 days old,

or 3796 weeks and 3 days old,

or 26575 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 20, 1952?

There are 88 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday July 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 20, 1952?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on July 20, 1952.

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