What happened on Friday September 24, 1954?

Here's what happened on September 24, 1954:

• First Hydrogen Bomb Fatality: Tragic Consequences of Nuclear Testing On September 24, 1954, the world learned of the death of Aikichi Kuboyama, a Japanese fisherman who became the first recorded human fatality directly linked to hydrogen bomb testing. Kuboyama was part of the crew of a fishing boat exposed to radioactive fallout from a U.S. hydrogen bomb test at Bikini Atoll on March 1. Despite being outside the declared danger zone, the bomb's unprecedented power covered the ship and crew with radioactive ash. The crew's prolonged exposure while retrieving fishing equipment and subsequent medical complications, including radiation sickness and hepatitis from blood transfusions, ultimately led to Kuboyama's death. This incident highlighted the devastating and far-reaching consequences of nuclear weapons testing.
• The Tonight Show Debuts on NBC On September 24, 1954, the iconic late-night television program The Tonight Show premiered on NBC, marking a significant moment in American entertainment and broadcasting history. The show would go on to become a cultural institution, featuring numerous legendary hosts over the decades and setting the standard for late-night comedy and entertainment.
• London Routemaster Bus Introduced On September 24, 1954, the AEC Routemaster, the iconic double-decker bus that would become synonymous with London's public transportation, was introduced. These buses would become a beloved symbol of the city, known for their distinctive design and open rear platform, serving Londoners for several decades.
• Yankees Set Pinch-Hitting Strikeout Record On September 24, 1954, the New York Yankees tied a baseball record when three of their pinch hitters struck out in a single inning, showcasing an unusual and memorable moment in baseball history.

Events in 1954

September 24, 1954: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 24, 1954

Newspapers from Sep. 24, 1954

September 24, 1954 was a Friday and it was the 267th day of the year 1954 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 24, 1954 can also be written as 9/24/1954 in the US and as 24/9/1954 in UK and Europe.

September 24, 1954 in September 1954 calendar

Famous people born on September 24, 1954:

• Marco Tardelli

  Legendary Italian footballer who scored a memorable goal in the 1982 World Cup final, helping Italy win the tournament.

• Cherie Blair

  Prominent British lawyer and wife of former Prime Minister Tony Blair.

• Jay Hoggard
• Oscar Farinetti
• Ashton Carter

Famous people born in 1954

Famous people born on September 24th

September 24, 1954: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 24, 1954 was Three Coins In The Fountain by Frank Sinatra, according to the music chart for the week September 20th and September 26th.

1. Frank Sinatra - Three Coins In The Fountain
2. David Whitfield With Mantovani & His Orchestra - Cara Mia
3. Kitty Kallen - Little Things Mean A Lot
4. Frankie Laine - My Friend
5. Don Cornell - Hold My Hand

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 24th is Libra.

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Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.

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September 24, 1954: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 24, 1954 is Horse and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 24, 1954 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 24, 1954 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 September 24, 1954 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 04:21 am and setting at 05:52 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 12, 1954 while the next full moon would come on Oct 12, 1954.

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Someone born on September 24, 1954 is:

70 years 6 months old,

or 846 months and 30 days old,

or 3682 weeks and 5 days old,

or 25779 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 24, 1954?

There are 154 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday September 24th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 24, 1954?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on September 24, 1954.

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