What happened on Thursday December 27, 1962?

Here's what happened on December 27, 1962:

• Indonesian Independence Recognition On December 27, 1962, the Netherlands officially recognized Indonesia's independence, marking a significant milestone in the post-colonial history of Southeast Asia. This recognition came after years of struggle and conflict, symbolizing the end of Dutch colonial rule and the emergence of Indonesia as a sovereign nation.
• Heisman Trophy Award Terry Baker, quarterback from Oregon State University, was awarded the 28th Heisman Trophy on December 27, 1962. Baker's exceptional performance during the college football season earned him this prestigious individual honor, recognizing him as the most outstanding player in college football that year.
• Billboard Hot 100 Number One Hit On December 27, 1962, 'Telstar' by The Tornadoes topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This instrumental rock song, named after the telecommunications satellite, was a groundbreaking hit that reflected the technological excitement of the early 1960s space age.

Events in 1962

December 27, 1962: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 27, 1962

Newspapers from Dec. 27, 1962

December 27, 1962 was a Thursday and it was the 361st day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 27, 1962 can also be written as 12/27/1962 in the US and as 27/12/1962 in UK and Europe.

December 27, 1962 in December 1962 calendar

Famous people born on December 27, 1962:

• Bill Self

  Renowned American basketball coach known for his successful career leading the University of Kansas Jayhawks basketball program.

• Mark Few

  Highly respected American basketball coach who has led Gonzaga University's basketball program to national prominence.

• Craig Robinson
• Joe Mantello

Famous people born in 1962

Famous people born on December 27th

Famous people died on December 27, 1962:

• Ol'ga Preobraženskaja

Famous people who died in 1962

Famous people who died on December 27th

December 27, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 27, 1962 was Telstar by The Tornadoes, according to the music chart for the week December 24th and December 30th.

1. The Tornadoes - Telstar
2. Chubby Checker - Limbo Rock
3. Marcie Blane - Bobby's Girl
4. Steve Lawrence - Go Away Little Girl
5. The 4 Seasons - Big Girls Don't Cry

December 27, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 27, 1962 was You Are My Sunshine by Ray Charles, according to the music chart for the week December 24th and December 30th.

1. Ray Charles - You Are My Sunshine
2. Mary Wells - Two Lovers
3. Brook Benton - Hotel Happiness
4. "Little Esther" Phillips - Release Me
5. The 4 Seasons - Big Girls Don't Cry

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 27th is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 27, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 27, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 27, 1962 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 27, 1962 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 December 27, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 07:45 am and setting at 06:29 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 11, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Jan 09, 1963.

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Your place in the Universe on December 27, 1962

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Someone born on December 27, 1962 is:

62 years 4 months old,

or 748 months and 17 days old,

or 3254 weeks and 6 days old,

or 22784 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 27, 1962?

There are 227 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday December 27th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 27, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 27, 1962.

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