What happened on Sunday October 21, 1962?

Here's what happened on October 21, 1962:

• Kennedy's Fourth Speech Draft Completed Ted Sorenson finalized the fourth draft of President Kennedy's critical national address regarding the Cuban Missile Crisis, a pivotal moment in Cold War diplomacy. The draft was completed around 11:00 am, preparing for a potential national broadcast about the escalating tensions with the Soviet Union.
• US Prepares Letter to Khrushchev A strategic diplomatic communication was prepared and transmitted to Ambassador Kohler at the American Embassy in Moscow, outlining the United States' firm position regarding the discovery of Soviet missiles in Cuba, escalating the Cuban Missile Crisis.
• UN Security Council Resolution Draft Transmitted Ambassador Stevenson received a draft resolution for the United Nations Security Council, expressing grave concern about the developments in the Caribbean and proposing the implementation of a strategic quarantine line around Cuba during the heightened Cold War confrontation.
• Mickey Wright Wins LPGA Carlsbad Cavern Golf Open Professional golfer Mickey Wright secured victory at the LPGA Carlsbad Cavern Golf Open, showcasing her exceptional skill and contributing to her legendary status in women's golf during the early 1960s.

Events in 1962

October 21, 1962: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 21, 1962

Newspapers from Oct. 21, 1962

October 21, 1962: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Baltimore Colts - Chicago Bears : 15 - 35
• Cleveland Browns - St. Louis Cardinals : 34 - 7
• Dallas Cowboys - Pittsburgh Steelers : 42 - 27
• Detroit Lions - New York Giants : 14 - 17
• Minnesota Vikings - Los Angeles Rams : 38 - 14

October 21, 1962 was a Sunday and it was the 294th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 21, 1962 can also be written as 10/21/1962 in the US and as 21/10/1962 in UK and Europe.

October 21, 1962 in October 1962 calendar

Famous people born on October 21, 1962:

• David Campese

  David Campese is a legendary Australian rugby union player widely considered one of the greatest wingers in rugby history.

• Sylvie Desarmenien
• Sandro Cuomo

Famous people born in 1962

Famous people born on October 21st

Famous people died on October 21, 1962:

• Karl Elmendorff
• Edoardo Facchini

Famous people who died in 1962

Famous people who died on October 21st

October 21, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 21, 1962 was Monster Mash by Bobby (Boris) Pickett, according to the music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.

1. Bobby (Boris) Pickett - Monster Mash
2. The 4 Seasons - Sherry
3. The Contours - Do You Love Me
4. The Crystals - He's A Rebel
5. Frank Ifield - I Remember You

October 21, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 21, 1962 was Telstar by The Tornados, according to the music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.

1. The Tornados - Telstar
2. Little Eva - The Loco-Motion
3. Tommy Roe - Sheila
4. Carole King - It Might As Well Rain Until September
5. Elvis Presley - She's Not You

October 21, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 21, 1962 was Do You Love Me by The Contours, according to the music chart for the week October 15th and October 21st.

1. The Contours - Do You Love Me
2. Booker T. & The MG's - Green Onions
3. The 4 Seasons - Sherry
4. Mary Wells - You Beat Me To The Punch
5. Brook Benton - Lie To Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 21st is Libra.

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October 21, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 21, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 21, 1962 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 21, 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 October 21, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 26% full, rising at 12:28 am and setting at 03:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 13, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Nov 11, 1962.

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Someone born on October 21, 1962 is:

62 years 6 months old,

or 750 months and 2 days old,

or 3261 weeks and 3 days old,

or 22830 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 21, 1962?

There are 181 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday October 21st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 21, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 21, 1962.

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