What happened on Sunday June 25, 1961?

Here's what happened on June 25, 1961:

• Kuwait Seeks British Intervention In response to the Iraqi territorial threat, Kuwait formally requested military assistance from the United Kingdom. The British government promptly responded by deploying troops to support Kuwait's territorial integrity.
• Iraq Claims Kuwait as Territory On June 25, 1961, Iraq officially announced its claim that Kuwait is part of its national territory, a provocative statement that Kuwait immediately rejected. This territorial dispute marked a significant moment of tension in Middle Eastern geopolitics.
• Bill Evans Trio's Final Performance Jazz legends Bill Evans (piano), Scott LaFaro (bass), and Paul Motian (drums) gave their final performance together at the iconic Village Vanguard in New York City. Tragically, LaFaro would die in a car accident just days later on July 6, marking the end of a groundbreaking musical collaboration.
• Baseball Pitching Marathon In an extraordinary baseball game between the Baltimore Orioles and California Angels, a record-breaking 16 pitchers were used (8 per team) during an intense 14-inning match, showcasing the strategic depth of baseball.

Events in 1961

June 25, 1961: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 25, 1961

Newspapers from Jun. 25, 1961

June 25, 1961 was a Sunday and it was the 176th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 25, 1961 can also be written as 6/25/1961 in the US and as 25/6/1961 in UK and Europe.

June 25, 1961 in June 1961 calendar

Famous people born on June 25, 1961:

• Ricky Gervais

  Renowned British comedian, actor, writer, and director famous for creating 'The Office' and pioneering the mockumentary comedy style.

• Timur Bekmambetov

  Prominent Kazakh film director and producer known for visually innovative movies like 'Night Watch' and 'Wanted'.

Famous people born in 1961

Famous people born on June 25th

Famous people died on June 25, 1961:

• Miriam A. Ferguson

Famous people who died in 1961

Famous people who died on June 25th

June 25, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 25, 1961 was Moody River by Pat Boone, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

1. Pat Boone - Moody River
2. Ricky Nelson - Travelin' Man
3. Gary U.S. Bonds - Quarter To Three
4. Ben E. King - Stand By Me
5. Dee Clark - Raindrops

June 25, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 25, 1961 was Surrender by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

1. Elvis Presley - Surrender
2. Del Shannon - Runaway
3. The Shadows - Frightened City
4. Clarence 'Frogman' Henry - But I Do
5. Bobby Vee - More Than I Can Say / Staying In

June 25, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 25, 1961 was Stand By Me by Ben E. King, according to the music chart for the week June 19th and June 25th.

1. Ben E. King - Stand By Me
2. Pips - Every Beat Of My Heart
3. Bobby Lewis - Tossin' And Turnin'
4. James Brown And The Famous Flames - I Don't Mind
5. Brook Benton - The Boll Weevil Song

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 25th 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 25, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 25, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 25, 1961 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 25, 1961 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 25, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 05:23 pm and setting at 03:55 am.

The previous full moon was on May 30, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Jun 28, 1961.

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Your place in the Universe on June 25, 1961

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Someone born on June 25, 1961 is:

63 years 10 months old,

or 766 months and 19 days old,

or 3333 weeks and 3 days old,

or 23334 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 25, 1961?

There are 42 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday June 25th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 25, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on June 25, 1961.

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