What happened on Friday February 26, 1960?

Here's what happened on February 26, 1960:

• Soviet Support for Indonesia Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev publicly expresses support for Indonesia, signaling the ongoing geopolitical dynamics and diplomatic relations during the Cold War period.
• Tragic Alitalia Flight Crash in Ireland An Alitalia airliner bound for New York crashed into a cemetery near Shannon, Ireland, shortly after takeoff, resulting in a devastating loss of life. The accident claimed 34 lives out of 52 passengers and crew, marking a significant aviation tragedy of the era.
• Olympic Gold in Men's Figure Skating David Jenkins of the United States wins the gold medal in men's figure skating at the 1960 Winter Olympics, showcasing exceptional skill and representing his country on the international stage.
• NWA Wrestling Championship Change Professional wrestler Verne Gagne defeats Doctor X in Omaha, Nebraska, capturing the NWA (National Wrestling Alliance) wrestling championship in a notable bout of the era.

Events in 1960

February 26, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 26, 1960

Newspapers from Feb. 26, 1960

February 26, 1960 was a Friday and it was the 57th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 26, 1960 can also be written as 2/26/1960 in the US and as 26/2/1960 in UK and Europe.

February 26, 1960 in February 1960 calendar

Famous people born on February 26, 1960:

• Hannes Jaenicke

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• Jaz Coleman

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Famous people born in 1960

Famous people born on February 26th

Famous people died on February 26, 1960:

• Aleksandar Belić
• Carl Harbaugh

Famous people who died in 1960

Famous people who died on February 26th

February 26, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 26, 1960 was The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

1. Percy Faith - The Theme From A Summer Place
2. Mark Dinning - Teen Angel
3. Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
4. Jim Reeves - He'll Have To Go
5. Jack Scott - What In The World's Come Over You

February 26, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 26, 1960 was Why by Anthony Newley, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

1. Anthony Newley - Why
2. Cliff Richard & The Shadows - Voice In The Wilderness
3. Adam Faith - Poor Me
4. Freddie Cannon - Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
5. Craig Douglas - Pretty Blue Eyes

February 26, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 26, 1960 was Baby (You've Got What It Takes) by Dinah Washington & Brook Benton, according to the music chart for the week February 22nd and February 28th.

1. Dinah Washington & Brook Benton - Baby (You've Got What It Takes)
2. B.B. King - Sweet Sixteen
3. Rosco Gordon - Just A Little Bit
4. Jimmy Jones - Handy Man
5. Mark Dinning - Teen Angel

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 26th is Pisces.

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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 26, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 26, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 26, 1960 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 26, 1960 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 26, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 06:22 am and setting at 06:58 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 12, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Mar 13, 1960.

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Your place in the Universe on February 26, 1960

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Someone born on February 26, 1960 is:

65 years 2 months old,

or 782 months and 18 days old,

or 3402 weeks and 5 days old,

or 23819 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 26, 1960?

There are 288 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 26th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 26, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 26, 1960.

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