What happened on Wednesday October 26, 1977?

Here's what happened on October 26, 1977:

• Last Natural Case of Smallpox Discovered Ali Maow Maalin, a hospital cook in Somalia, developed the last known natural case of smallpox. This historic moment marked the effective eradication of one of humanity's most devastating diseases. The World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) consider this date a pivotal milestone in global public health, representing the most significant triumph of vaccination in medical history.
• Space Shuttle Enterprise Final Test The fifth and final test of the Space Shuttle Enterprise was conducted, marking a crucial phase in NASA's space exploration development program. These tests were critical in validating the shuttle's design and operational capabilities before actual space missions.
• Dr. Clifford R. Wharton Jr. Named SUNY Chancellor Dr. Clifford R. Wharton Jr. was appointed as the chancellor of the State University of New York (SUNY), a significant leadership role in higher education. His appointment represented an important moment in academic administration and potentially diversity in leadership.

Events in 1977

October 26, 1977: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 26, 1977

Newspapers from Oct. 26, 1977

October 26, 1977 was a Wednesday and it was the 299th day of the year 1977 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 26, 1977 can also be written as 10/26/1977 in the US and as 26/10/1977 in UK and Europe.

October 26, 1977 in October 1977 calendar

Famous people born on October 26, 1977:

• Jon Heder

  Jon Heder is an American comedic actor who rose to fame with his iconic, quirky performance in the cult classic comedy 'Napoleon Dynamite'.

• Beau Willimon

Famous people born in 1977

Famous people born on October 26th

Famous people died on October 26, 1977:

• Alma Hanlon

Famous people who died in 1977

Famous people who died on October 26th

October 26, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 26, 1977 was You Light Up My Life by Debby Boone, according to the music chart for the week October 24th and October 30th.

1. Debby Boone - You Light Up My Life
2. Carly Simon - Nobody Does It Better
3. Shaun Cassidy - That's Rock 'N' Roll
4. Heatwave - Boogie Nights
5. KC and the Sunshine Band - Keep It Comin' Love

October 26, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 26, 1977 was Silver Lady by David Soul, according to the music chart for the week October 24th and October 30th.

1. David Soul - Silver Lady
2. La Belle Epoque - Black Is Black
3. Baccara - Yes Sir I Can Boogie
4. Elvis Presley - Way Down
5. The Emotions - Best Of My Love

October 26, 1977: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 26, 1977 was It's Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next To Me by Barry White, according to the music chart for the week October 24th and October 30th.

1. Barry White - It's Ecstasy When You Lay Down Next To Me
2. LTD - (Every Time I Turn Around) Back In Love Again
3. Brick - Dusic
4. Rose Royce - Do Your Dance - Part 1
5. The Dramatics - Shake It Well

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 26th is Scorpio.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 26, 1977: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 26, 1977 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 26, 1977 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 26, 1977 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 October 26, 1977 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 06:01 pm and setting at 07:49 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 27, 1977 while the next full moon would come on Nov 25, 1977.

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Your place in the Universe on October 26, 1977

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Someone born on October 26, 1977 is:

47 years 5 months old,

or 569 months and 28 days old,

or 2478 weeks

or 17346 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 26, 1977?

There are 186 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday October 26th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 26, 1977?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 26, 1977.

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