What happened on Sunday February 26, 1961?

Here's what happened on February 26, 1961:

• Hassan II Ascends to Moroccan Throne Hassan II became the King of Morocco, succeeding his father Mohammed V. His coronation marked a significant moment in Moroccan modern history, as he would rule the country for nearly four decades until his death in 1999. Known for his political acumen and controversial leadership, Hassan II played a crucial role in Morocco's post-colonial era.
• Project Mohole Drilling Expedition During March-April, scientific researchers began an ambitious drilling project off the coast of Guadalupe Island, Mexico. Project Mohole was an innovative scientific endeavor aimed at drilling through the Earth's crust to reach the Mohorovičić discontinuity, a boundary between the Earth's crust and mantle. This groundbreaking geological exploration represented a significant milestone in understanding planetary structure.

Events in 1961

February 26, 1961: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 26, 1961

Newspapers from Feb. 26, 1961

February 26, 1961 was a Sunday and it was the 57th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 26, 1961 can also be written as 2/26/1961 in the US and as 26/2/1961 in UK and Europe.

February 26, 1961 in February 1961 calendar

Famous people born on February 26, 1961:

• Virginie Lemoine

  Virginie Lemoine is a French actress and comedian known for her work in radio and television.

Famous people born in 1961

Famous people born on February 26th

Famous people died on February 26, 1961:

• Karl Albiker

  German sculptor, "problem of the plastic", dies at the age of 83.

• Muhammad V del Marocco
• Mohammed V of Morocco (b. 1909)
• Harry Bannister
• Uberto de Morpurgo

Famous people who died in 1961

Famous people who died on February 26th

February 26, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 26, 1961 was Calcutta by Lawrence Welk, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

1. Lawrence Welk - Calcutta
2. The Miracles - Shop Around
3. The Capris - There's A Moon Out Tonight
4. The Shirelles - Will You Love Me Tomorrow?
5. Chubby Checker - Pony Time

February 26, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 26, 1961 was Are You Lonesome Tonight? by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

1. Elvis Presley - Are You Lonesome Tonight?
2. Petula Clark - Sailor
3. Johnny Burnette - You're Sixteen
4. Duane Eddy - Pepe
5. The Everly Brothers - Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes

February 26, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 26, 1961 was Shop Around by The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson), according to the music chart for the week February 20th and February 26th.

1. The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson) - Shop Around
2. Maxine Brown - All In My Mind
3. The Shirelles - Will You Love Me Tomorrow
4. Chubby Checker - Pony Time
5. Etta James - At Last

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, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 26, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 26, 1961 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 26, 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 February 26, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 91% full, rising at 02:20 pm and setting at 04:49 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 31, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Mar 02, 1961.

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Your place in the Universe on February 26, 1961

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Someone born on February 26, 1961 is:

64 years 2 months old,

or 770 months and 18 days old,

or 3350 weeks and 3 days old,

or 23453 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 26, 1961?

There are 289 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, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 26, 1961.

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