What happened on Friday April 24, 1970?

Here's what happened on April 24, 1970:

• China Launches First Satellite Dong Fang Hong I On April 24, 1970, the People's Republic of China successfully launched its first satellite, Dong Fang Hong I, becoming the fifth nation in the world to independently place an object into orbit using its own rocket technology. This milestone marked a significant achievement in China's space exploration and technological capabilities, demonstrating the country's growing scientific prowess during the Cold War era.
• The Gambia Becomes a Republic On April 24, 1970, The Gambia transitioned from a constitutional monarchy to a republic within the Commonwealth of Nations. Dawda Jawara became the country's first President, marking a significant moment in the nation's post-colonial political development and establishing a new system of governance.
• Damien Fleming's Cricket Achievement Australian cricket pace bowler Damien Fleming made history by taking a hat-trick on his Test debut, a rare and remarkable feat in international cricket that highlighted his exceptional bowling skills.

Events in 1970

April 24, 1970: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 24, 1970

Newspapers from Apr. 24, 1970

April 24, 1970 was a Friday and it was the 114th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 24, 1970 can also be written as 4/24/1970 in the US and as 24/4/1970 in UK and Europe.

April 24, 1970 in April 1970 calendar

Famous people died on April 24, 1970:

• Otis Spann

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Famous people who died in 1970

Famous people who died on April 24th

April 24, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 24, 1970 was ABC by The Jackson 5, according to the music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.

1. The Jackson 5 - ABC
2. The Beatles - Let It Be
3. Norman Greenbaum - Spirit In The Sky
4. John Ono Lennon - Instant Karma (We All Shine On)
5. The Guess Who - American Woman

April 24, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 24, 1970 was Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.

1. Simon & Garfunkel - Bridge Over Troubled Water
2. Dana - All Kinds Of Everything
3. Norman Greenbaum - Spirit In The Sky
4. Andy Williams - Can't Help Falling In Love
5. Mary Hopkin - Knock Knock Who's There

April 24, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 24, 1970 was ABC by Jackson 5, according to the music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.

1. Jackson 5 - ABC
2. Tyrone Davis - Turn Back The Hands Of Time
3. Gladys Knight And The Pips - You Need Love Like I Do (Don't You)
4. Aretha Franklin - Call Me
5. The Supremes - Up The Ladder To The Roof

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 24th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 24, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 24, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 24, 1970 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 24, 1970 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 April 24, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 09:29 pm and setting at 07:20 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 21, 1970 while the next full moon would come on May 21, 1970.

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Your place in the Universe on April 24, 1970

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Someone born on April 24, 1970 is:

55 years and 20 days old,

or 660 months and 20 days old,

or 2872 weeks and 5 days old,

or 20109 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 24, 1970?

There are 345 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 24th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 24, 1970?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 24, 1970.

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