What happened on Friday June 23, 1961?

Here's what happened on June 23, 1961:

• Antarctic Treaty System Comes into Force The Antarctic Treaty System officially comes into effect, establishing Antarctica as a scientific preserve and strictly limiting military activities on the continent, its islands, and ice shelves. This landmark international agreement represents a significant diplomatic achievement during the Cold War era, promoting peaceful scientific cooperation in one of the world's most remote and challenging environments.
• USAF Major Robert M. White Sets X-15 Speed Record Major Robert M. White achieves a remarkable milestone in aviation history by piloting the X-15 experimental aircraft to an altitude of 32,830 meters and reaching a maximum speed of 3,690 miles per hour, becoming the first person to fly faster than a mile per second.
• Ernie Banks Consecutive Games Streak Ends Cubs legend Ernie Banks concludes his remarkable 717 consecutive games played streak, highlighting his exceptional durability and commitment to the game during an era of consistent baseball performance.
• Philadelphia Phillies Dramatic Baseball Comeback In an extraordinary baseball game, the Philadelphia Phillies stage an incredible comeback, overcoming a 9-0 deficit. After trailing 11-2, they score 4 runs in the 8th inning and 6 runs in the 9th inning to achieve a stunning victory.

Events in 1961

June 23, 1961: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 23, 1961

Newspapers from Jun. 23, 1961

June 23, 1961 was a Friday and it was the 174th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 23, 1961 can also be written as 6/23/1961 in the US and as 23/6/1961 in UK and Europe.

June 23, 1961 in June 1961 calendar

Famous people born on June 23, 1961:

• LaSalle Thompson

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Famous people born in 1961

Famous people born on June 23rd

Famous people died on June 23, 1961:

• Richard Gunn
• Nikolaj Mal'ko

Famous people who died in 1961

Famous people who died on June 23rd

June 23, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 23, 1961 was Moody River by Pat Boone, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

1. Pat Boone - Moody River
2. Ricky Nelson - Travelin' Man
3. Gary U.S. Bonds - Quarter To Three
4. Ben E. King - Stand By Me
5. Dee Clark - Raindrops

June 23, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 23, 1961 was Surrender by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

1. Elvis Presley - Surrender
2. Del Shannon - Runaway
3. The Shadows - Frightened City
4. Clarence 'Frogman' Henry - But I Do
5. Bobby Vee - More Than I Can Say / Staying In

June 23, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 23, 1961 was Stand By Me by Ben E. King, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

1. Ben E. King - Stand By Me
2. Pips - Every Beat Of My Heart
3. Bobby Lewis - Tossin' And Turnin'
4. James Brown And The Famous Flames - I Don't Mind
5. Brook Benton - The Boll Weevil Song

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 23rd is Cancer.

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Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

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

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June 23, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 23, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 23, 1961 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 23, 1961 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 June 23, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 03:13 pm and setting at 02:37 am.

The previous full moon was on May 30, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Jun 28, 1961.

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Your place in the Universe on June 23, 1961

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Someone born on June 23, 1961 is:

63 years 10 months old,

or 766 months and 21 days old,

or 3333 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23336 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 23, 1961?

There are 40 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday June 23rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 23, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 23, 1961.

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