What happened on Friday May 26, 1967?

Here's what happened on May 26, 1967:

• The Beatles Release Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band The Beatles released their groundbreaking album 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band', a revolutionary work that transformed popular music and is widely considered one of the most influential albums in rock history. The album marked a significant shift in the band's musical style and approach to recording.
• Twenty-fifth Amendment Added to US Constitution The Twenty-fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution was added, establishing procedures for presidential succession and disability. This amendment clarified the process of transferring presidential power in case of death, resignation, or incapacitation.
• Nasser Addresses Arab Trade Unionists Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser addressed the congress of Arab Trade Unionists in Cairo, delivering a powerful speech that emphasized Arab unity and solidarity against Israel. This speech was a significant moment in the lead-up to the Six-Day War, reflecting the rising tensions in the Middle East.
• US Nuclear Test in Nevada The United States conducted a nuclear test at the Nevada Test Site, continuing its Cold War-era nuclear weapons development and testing program. These tests were part of ongoing efforts to maintain and advance nuclear capabilities during the height of the Cold War.

Events in 1967

May 26, 1967: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 26, 1967

Newspapers from May. 26, 1967

May 26, 1967 was a Friday and it was the 146th day of the year 1967 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 26, 1967 can also be written as 5/26/1967 in the US and as 26/5/1967 in UK and Europe.

May 26, 1967 in May 1967 calendar

Famous people born on May 26, 1967:

• Kristen Pfaff

  Bass guitarist for the alternative rock band Hole, known for her significant contribution to the album 'Live Through This' before her tragic...

• Philip Treacy

  Internationally renowned Irish milliner and hat designer, famous for creating extraordinary and avant-garde headwear for celebrities and...

• Poppy Z. Brite

  Acclaimed American author known for gothic horror and LGBT literature, with a significant cult following in alternative fiction.

• Kevin Moore (keyboardist)
• Mika Yamamoto

Famous people born in 1967

Famous people born on May 26th

May 26, 1967: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 26, 1967 was Groovin' by The Young Rascals, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

1. The Young Rascals - Groovin'
2. Aretha Franklin - Respect
3. The Happenings - I Got Rhythm
4. Engelbert Humperdinck - Release Me (And Let Me Love Again)
5. The Supremes - The Happening

May 26, 1967: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 26, 1967 was Silence Is Golden by The Tremeloes, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

1. The Tremeloes - Silence Is Golden
2. Sandie Shaw - Puppet On A String
3. The Mamas & The Papas - Dedicated To The One I Love
4. Nancy Sinatra & Frank Sinatra - Somethin' Stupid
5. The Kinks - Waterloo Sunset

May 26, 1967: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 26, 1967 was Respect by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week May 22nd and May 28th.

1. Aretha Franklin - Respect
2. Arthur Conley - Sweet Soul Music
3. Lou Rawls - Dead End Street Monologue/Dead End Street
4. Martha & The Vandellas - Jimmy Mack
5. Peaches & Herb - Close Your Eyes

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 26th 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 26, 1967: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 26, 1967 is Goat and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 26, 1967 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 26, 1967 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 26, 1967 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 83% full, rising at 10:53 pm and setting at 08:43 am.

The previous full moon was on May 23, 1967 while the next full moon would come on Jun 22, 1967.

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Your place in the Universe on May 26, 1967

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Someone born on May 26, 1967 is:

57 years 11 months old,

or 695 months and 18 days old,

or 3024 weeks and 5 days old,

or 21173 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 26, 1967?

There are 12 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 26th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 26, 1967?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 26, 1967.

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