What happened on Monday May 25, 1964?

Here's what happened on May 25, 1964:

• Supreme Court Ruling Against School Segregation The United States Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling declaring that closing schools to avoid desegregation is unconstitutional. This decision was a critical moment in the Civil Rights Movement, reinforcing the principles of racial equality and integration in the American education system.
• The Beatles' 'Love Me Do' Tops US Charts The Beatles' single 'Love Me Do' reached number one in the United States, marking another milestone in the band's rapid rise to international fame and the ongoing British Invasion of American popular music.
• First Ascent of Kangchenjunga A historic British mountaineering expedition successfully climbed Kangchenjunga, the world's third-highest mountain. Led by Charles Evans, the team achieved a remarkable feat with Joe Brown and George Band reaching the summit on May 25, followed by Norman Hardie and Tony Streather the next day. This achievement was a significant milestone in high-altitude mountaineering during the 1960s.
• Busch Memorial Stadium Construction Begins Ground was broken for the new Busch Memorial Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri. This iconic stadium would serve as the home for the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team, opening in 1966 and remaining in use until its demolition in 2005. The stadium was a significant landmark in St. Louis sports history.
• 16th Emmy Awards The 16th Annual Emmy Awards were held in Los Angeles, California, hosted by Joey Bishop and E.G. Marshall. The Program of the Year was 'The Making of the President 1960', highlighting the significant television productions of the era.

Events in 1964

May 25, 1964: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 25, 1964

Newspapers from May. 25, 1964

May 25, 1964 was a Monday and it was the 146th day of the year 1964 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 25, 1964 can also be written as 5/25/1964 in the US and as 25/5/1964 in UK and Europe.

May 25, 1964 in May 1964 calendar

Famous people born on May 25, 1964:

• Ray Stevenson (actor)

  Ray Stevenson is a prominent British actor known for significant roles in TV series like 'Rome' and films including 'Thor' and 'King...

• Tony Fabre
• Philippe Jaenada
• Ray Stevenson

Famous people born in 1964

Famous people born on May 25th

Famous people died on May 25, 1964:

• Alda Borelli

Famous people who died in 1964

Famous people who died on May 25th

May 25, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 25, 1964 was Love Me Do by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. The Beatles - Love Me Do
2. The Dixie Cups - Chapel Of Love
3. Mary Wells - My Guy
4. Ray Charles Singers - Love Me With All Your Heart (Cuando Calienta El Sol)
5. Louis Armstrong - Hello, Dolly!

May 25, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 25, 1964 was Don't Throw Your Love Away by The Searchers, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. The Searchers - Don't Throw Your Love Away
2. The Four Pennies - Juliet
3. Millie - My Boy Lollipop
4. The Bachelors - I Believe
5. Peter & Gordon - World Without Love

May 25, 1964: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 25, 1964 was My Guy by Mary Wells, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. Mary Wells - My Guy
2. Dionne Warwick - Walk On By
3. Irma Thomas - Wish Someone Would Care
4. Nat King Cole - I Don't Want To Be Hurt Anymore
5. The Impressions - I'm So Proud

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 25th is Gemini.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 25, 1964: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 25, 1964 is Dragon and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 25, 1964 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 25, 1964 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 May 25, 1964 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:39 pm and setting at 05:46 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 26, 1964 while the next full moon would come on May 26, 1964.

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Someone born on May 25, 1964 is:

60 years 11 months old,

or 731 months and 14 days old,

or 3180 weeks and 4 days old,

or 22264 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 25, 1964?

There are 16 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 25th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 25, 1964?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 25, 1964.

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