What happened on Wednesday May 22, 1963?

Here's what happened on May 22, 1963:

• Assassination of Grigoris Lambrakis Greek left-wing politician Grigoris Lambrakis was brutally attacked and clubbed over the head, an assault that would ultimately lead to his death five days later. This politically motivated violence shocked the nation and highlighted the intense political tensions in Greece during this period.
• AC Milan Wins European Cup AC Milan secured their 8th European Cup victory in a thrilling match held in London, England, further cementing their status as a dominant force in European football.
• Mickey Mantle's Legendary Stadium Hit Baseball legend Mickey Mantle hit a remarkable home run that struck the facade of Yankee Stadium, showcasing his extraordinary power and skill as a hitter.

Events in 1963

May 22, 1963: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 22, 1963

Newspapers from May. 22, 1963

May 22, 1963 was a Wednesday and it was the 142nd day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 22, 1963 can also be written as 5/22/1963 in the US and as 22/5/1963 in UK and Europe.

May 22, 1963 in May 1963 calendar

Famous people born on May 22, 1963:

• Frédérique Guétat-Liviani

Famous people born in 1963

Famous people born on May 22nd

Famous people died on May 22, 1963:

• Friedrich Wilhelm von Lindeiner-Wildau

Famous people who died in 1963

Famous people who died on May 22nd

May 22, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 22, 1963 was If You Wanna Be Happy by Jimmy Soul, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. Jimmy Soul - If You Wanna Be Happy
2. Little Peggy March - I Will Follow Him
3. The Beach Boys - Surfin' U.S.A.
4. The Shirelles - Foolish Little Girl
5. Al Martino - I Love You Because

May 22, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 22, 1963 was From Me To You by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. The Beatles - From Me To You
2. Gerry & The Pacemakers - How Do You Do It?
3. Andy Williams - Can't Get Used To Losing You
4. Jet Harris & Tony Meehan - Scarlett O'Hara
5. Ned Miller - From A Jack To A King

May 22, 1963: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 22, 1963 was I Will Follow Him by Little Peggy March, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

1. Little Peggy March - I Will Follow Him
2. Jimmy Soul - If You Wanna Be Happy
3. Jackie Wilson - Baby Workout
4. Theola Kilgore - The Love Of My Man
5. Solomon Burke - If You Need Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 22nd is Gemini.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 22, 1963: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 22, 1963 is Rabbit and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 22, 1963 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 22, 1963 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 May 22, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 05:25 am and setting at 08:56 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 08, 1963 while the next full moon would come on Jun 07, 1963.

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Your place in the Universe on May 22, 1963

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Someone born on May 22, 1963 is:

62 years and 1 day old,

or 744 months and 1 day old,

or 3235 weeks and 2 days old,

or 22647 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 22, 1963?

There are 364 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 22nd 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 22, 1963?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 22, 1963.

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