What happened on Saturday July 23, 1966?

Here's what happened on July 23, 1966:

• First Flexible Bronchoscope Prototype Delivered Dr. Shigeto Ikeda of Japan achieved a significant medical technology breakthrough with the delivery of the first prototype of the flexible bronchoscope by Machida Endoscope. This innovation would revolutionize medical diagnostics and respiratory examinations.
• Katangese Troops Revolt in Congo Katangese troops in Stanleyville, Congo, initiated a prolonged revolt lasting several weeks, demonstrating support for the exiled minister Moise Tshombe. This uprising highlighted the ongoing political instability and factional tensions within the Congo during the mid-1960s.
• John Pennel Sets Pole Vault World Record American athlete John Pennel established a remarkable pole vault world record, clearing a height of 5.34 meters. This achievement represented a significant milestone in track and field athletics during the 1960s.

Events in 1966

July 23, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 23, 1966

Newspapers from Jul. 23, 1966

July 23, 1966 was a Saturday and it was the 204th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 23, 1966 can also be written as 7/23/1966 in the US and as 23/7/1966 in UK and Europe.

July 23, 1966 in July 1966 calendar

Famous people born on July 23, 1966:

• Hamid Mir

  Hamid Mir is a renowned Pakistani journalist known for his investigative reporting and work as a prominent news anchor for Geo News.

• Micheal Williams

  NBA guard who played for the Minnesota Timberwolves during his professional basketball career.

• Stéphane Henon

Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on July 23rd

Famous people died on July 23, 1966:

• Montgomery Clift

  Renowned actor known for his roles in classic films like 'A Place in the Sun'.

• Lo La Chapelle

Famous people who died in 1966

Famous people who died on July 23rd

July 23, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 23, 1966 was Hanky Panky by Tommy James and the Shondells, according to the music chart for the week July 18th and July 24th.

1. Tommy James and the Shondells - Hanky Panky
2. The Troggs - Wild Thing
3. Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs - Lil' Red Riding Hood
4. Crispian St. Peters - The Pied Piper
5. Dusty Springfield - You Don't Have To Say You Love Me

July 23, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 23, 1966 was Sunny Afternoon by The Kinks, according to the music chart for the week July 18th and July 24th.

1. The Kinks - Sunny Afternoon
2. Georgie Fame & The Blue Flames - Get Away
3. The Beatles - Paperback Writer
4. Ike & Tina Turner - River Deep, Mountain High
5. Gene Pitney - Nobody Needs Your Love

July 23, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 23, 1966 was Let's Go Get Stoned by Ray Charles, according to the music chart for the week July 18th and July 24th.

1. Ray Charles - Let's Go Get Stoned
2. The Temptations - Ain't Too Proud To Beg
3. Sam & Dave - Hold On! I'm A Comin'
4. Jimmy Hughes - Neighbor, Neighbor
5. Robert Parker - Barefootin'

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 23rd is Leo.

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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 23, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 23, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 23, 1966 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 23, 1966 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 23, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 43% full, rising at 12:07 pm and setting at 11:54 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 02, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Aug 01, 1966.

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Your place in the Universe on July 23, 1966

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Someone born on July 23, 1966 is:

58 years 9 months old,

or 705 months

or 3065 weeks and 4 days old,

or 21459 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 23, 1966?

There are 91 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday July 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 23, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 23, 1966.

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