What happened on Saturday February 24, 1962?

Here's what happened on February 24, 1962:

• First Satellite Communication Transmission The United States government achieved a groundbreaking milestone by successfully transmitting telephone and television signals via satellite, using the Echo 1 satellite to bounce signals, marking a significant advancement in global communication technology.
• US Nuclear Test in Nevada The United States conducted a nuclear test at the Nevada Test Site, continuing its Cold War-era nuclear weapons development and testing program.
• Indonesia's General Mobilization over New Guinea Indonesia declared a general mobilization in response to tensions surrounding the territorial dispute over New Guinea, signaling escalating geopolitical conflict in Southeast Asia.
• Broadway Musical 'Sail Away' Closes The musical 'Sail Away' concluded its run at the Broadhurst Theater in New York City after 167 performances, marking the end of its Broadway engagement.

Events in 1962

February 24, 1962: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 24, 1962

Newspapers from Feb. 24, 1962

February 24, 1962 was a Saturday and it was the 55th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 24, 1962 can also be written as 2/24/1962 in the US and as 24/2/1962 in UK and Europe.

February 24, 1962 in February 1962 calendar

Famous people born on February 24, 1962:

• Teri Weigel

  Adult film actress and model known for her work in the 1980s and early 1990s adult entertainment industry.

• Michelle Shocked

  Alternative folk singer-songwriter known for her politically charged music and unique storytelling style.

• Kelly Craft

  Prominent US diplomat who served as Ambassador to the United Nations and Canada, with significant political experience.

• Phedon Papamichael
• Jennie Livingston

Famous people born in 1962

Famous people born on February 24th

Famous people died on February 24, 1962:

• Halfdan Ditlev-Simonsen
• Hu Shi
• Per Skou

Famous people who died in 1962

Famous people who died on February 24th

February 24, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 24, 1962 was Duke Of Earl by Duke Of Earl (Gene Chandler), according to the music chart for the week February 19th and February 25th.

1. Duke Of Earl (Gene Chandler) - Duke Of Earl
2. Dion - The Wanderer
3. Sue Thompson - Norman
4. Chubby Checker - The Twist
5. Bruce Channel - Hey! Baby

February 24, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 24, 1962 was The Young Ones by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week February 19th and February 25th.

1. Cliff Richard - The Young Ones
2. Elvis Presley - Can't Help Falling In Love / Rock-A-Hula Baby
3. Chubby Checker - Let's Twist Again
4. Eden Kane - Forget Me Not
5. Leroy Van Dyke - Walk On By

February 24, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 24, 1962 was Duke Of Earl by Gene Chandler, according to the music chart for the week February 19th and February 25th.

1. Gene Chandler - Duke Of Earl
2. James Brown And The Famous Flames - Lost Someone
3. The Shirelles - Baby It's You
4. The Ikettes - I'm Blue (The Gong-Gong Song)
5. Chubby Checker - The Twist

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 24th is Pisces.

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Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 24, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 24, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 24, 1962 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 24, 1962 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 February 24, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 70% full, rising at 09:36 pm and setting at 09:46 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 19, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Mar 21, 1962.

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Your place in the Universe on February 24, 1962

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Someone born on February 24, 1962 is:

63 years 2 months old,

or 758 months and 20 days old,

or 3298 weeks and 4 days old,

or 23090 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 24, 1962?

There are 286 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday February 24th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 24, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 24, 1962.

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