What happened on Sunday August 24, 1975?

Here's what happened on August 24, 1975:

• Greek Coup Leaders Sentenced Papadopoulos, Pattakos, and Makarezos, key figures in the 1967 Greek military coup, were sentenced to death in Athens for their roles in overthrowing democracy.
• Death of Eamon de Valera, Irish President Eamon de Valera, a prominent Irish political leader and President of Ireland, passed away. De Valera was a key figure in Ireland's independence movement and served in numerous high-level governmental roles throughout his long political career.
• Attempted Assassination of President Gerald Ford Lynette Fromme, a Charles Manson follower, attempted to assassinate U.S. President Gerald Ford in Sacramento, California, but was quickly stopped by a Secret Service agent.
• London Hilton Hotel Bombing The Provisional Irish Republican Army bombed the London Hilton hotel, resulting in 2 fatalities and 63 injuries, marking a significant act of political violence.
• Baseball No-Hitter Game San Francisco Giants' player Ed Halick achieved a remarkable no-hitter victory against the New York Giants, winning 6-0 in a dominant performance.
• Davey Lopes Base Stealing Record Attempt Baseball player Davey Lopes attempted to extend his consecutive base stealing streak to 38, but was ultimately thrown out during the attempt.
• Judy Rankin Wins Golf Tournament Professional golfer Judy Rankin won the LPGA National Jewish Hospital Golf Open, showcasing her skill and competitive prowess.

Events in 1975

August 24, 1975: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 24, 1975

Newspapers from Aug. 24, 1975

August 24, 1975 was a Sunday and it was the 236th day of the year 1975 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 24, 1975 can also be written as 8/24/1975 in the US and as 24/8/1975 in UK and Europe.

August 24, 1975 in August 1975 calendar

Famous people born on August 24, 1975:

• Kwesi Ameyaw
• James D'Arcy

Famous people born in 1975

Famous people born on August 24th

August 24, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 24, 1975 was Fallin' In Love by Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

1. Hamilton, Joe Frank and Reynolds - Fallin' In Love
2. Eagles - One Of These Nights
3. K.C and the Sunshine Band - Get Down Tonight
4. Bee Gees - Jive Talkin'
5. Glen Campbell - Rhinestone Cowboy

August 24, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 24, 1975 was I Can't Give You Anything (But My Love) by The Stylistics, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

1. The Stylistics - I Can't Give You Anything (But My Love)
2. Typically Tropical - Barbados
3. Bay City Rollers - Give A Little Love
4. Smokie - If You Think You Know How To Love Me
5. Roger Whittaker - The Last Farewell

August 24, 1975: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 24, 1975 was Get Down Tonight by KC And The Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week August 18th and August 24th.

1. KC And The Sunshine Band - Get Down Tonight
2. New Birth - Dream Merchant
3. Graham Central Station - Your Love
4. Sharon Paige and Harold Melvin And The Blue Notes - Hope That We Can Be Together Soon
5. Earth, Wind & Fire - That's The Way Of The World

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 24th is Virgo.

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August 24, 1975: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 24, 1975 is Rabbit and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 24, 1975 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 24, 1975 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 August 24, 1975 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 87% full, rising at 08:41 pm and setting at 09:52 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 21, 1975 while the next full moon would come on Sep 20, 1975.

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Someone born on August 24, 1975 is:

49 years 9 months old,

or 597 months

or 2595 weeks and 6 days old,

or 18171 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 24, 1975?

There are 92 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 24th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 24, 1975?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 24, 1975.

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