What happened on Wednesday June 24, 1970?

Here's what happened on June 24, 1970:

• US Senate Repeals Gulf of Tonkin Resolution In a significant political move, the US Senate voted overwhelmingly to repeal the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, which had previously authorized military intervention in Vietnam. This action marked a pivotal moment in the United States' approach to the Vietnam War, signaling growing congressional opposition to continued military engagement.
• "Catch-22" Movie Release The film adaptation of Joseph Heller's acclaimed satirical novel "Catch-22" was released in movie theaters, bringing the iconic anti-war narrative to the big screen and introducing the story to a broader audience.
• Bobby Murcer's Home Run Achievement Baseball player Bobby Murcer made sports history by tying the record for four consecutive home runs, showcasing exceptional batting skill and becoming a notable figure in baseball's statistical annals.
• Final Game at Crosley Field The Cincinnati Reds played their final game at historic Crosley Field, defeating the San Francisco Giants 5-4. This event marked the end of an era for the baseball stadium that had been home to the Reds for decades.

Events in 1970

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

Magazines from Jun. 24, 1970

Newspapers from Jun. 24, 1970

June 24, 1970 was a Wednesday and it was the 175th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 24, 1970 can also be written as 6/24/1970 in the US and as 24/6/1970 in UK and Europe.

June 24, 1970 in June 1970 calendar

Famous people born on June 24, 1970:

• Yann Tiersen

  Yann Tiersen is a renowned French musician and composer famous for his minimalist and experimental music, particularly his iconic soundtrack...

• Glenn Medeiros

  Glenn Medeiros is an American singer-songwriter known for his soft rock and pop ballads during the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Famous people born in 1970

Famous people born on June 24th

Famous people died on June 24, 1970:

• Francesco Casnati

Famous people who died in 1970

Famous people who died on June 24th

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

The number 1 song in the USA on June 24, 1970 was The Love You Save by The Jackson 5, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.

1. The Jackson 5 - The Love You Save
2. Three Dog Night - Mama Told Me (Not To Come)
3. The Temptations - Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)
4. The Beatles - The Long And Winding Road
5. Vanity Fare - Hitchin' A Ride

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

The number 1 song in the UK on June 24, 1970 was In The Summertime by Mungo Jerry, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.

1. Mungo Jerry - In The Summertime
2. Christie - Yellow River
3. Mr Bloe - Groovin' With Mr Bloe
4. Free - All Right Now
5. England World Cup Squad - Back Home

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

The number 1 R&B song on June 24, 1970 was The Love You Save by Jackson 5, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.

1. Jackson 5 - The Love You Save
2. The Temptations - Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)
3. Aretha Franklin with The Dixie Flyers - Spirit In The Dark/The Thrill Is Gone
4. The Impressions - Check Out Your Mind
5. Johnnie Taylor - Steal Away

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 24th is Cancer.

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

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

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Moon phase

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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 24, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 55% full, rising at 11:51 pm and setting at 12:32 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 19, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Jul 18, 1970.

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Someone born on June 24, 1970 is:

54 years 10 months old,

or 658 months and 19 days old,

or 2863 weeks and 6 days old,

or 20047 days old,

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

There are 42 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday June 24th 2025.

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

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

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