What happened on Wednesday May 27, 1964?

Here's what happened on May 27, 1964:

• Johnson-Russell Vietnam Discussion President Lyndon Johnson and Senator Richard Russell engaged in a critical discussion about U.S. involvement in Vietnam, referencing the 1954 Manila Pact and SEATO. Russell characterized the situation as a 'damned worst mess' and warned of potential broader conflict with China and other Asian nations.
• Death of Jawaharlal Nehru Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India and a key architect of the nation's post-colonial identity, passed away at the age of 74. His death marked the end of an era for India, as he was a pivotal figure in the country's independence movement and early governance.
• Foiled Assassination Plot Against McNamara A Viet Cong agent, Nguyen Van Troi, was arrested after attempting to plan an assassination of U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara. The plot involved detonating a bomb on the Cong Ly Bridge in Saigon (now Ho Chi Minh City), highlighting the intense tensions during the Vietnam War.
• Barry Goldwater Wins California Republican Primary Senator Barry Goldwater secured a decisive victory in the California Republican Presidential primary, solidifying his position as the frontrunner for the Republican Party's presidential nomination in the 1964 election.
• Comsat Stock Offering Sells Out The Communications Satellite Corporation (Comsat) successfully offered five million shares of stock at $20 per share, with the entire issue being quickly purchased, signaling strong investor interest in the emerging satellite communications industry.
• From Russia With Love US Premiere The James Bond film 'From Russia With Love', starring Sean Connery, premiered in the United States, further establishing the iconic spy franchise's global popularity.
• Inter Milan Wins European Cup Inter Milan secured their 9th European Cup victory in Vienna, Austria, demonstrating their dominance in European football during this era.
• Adam Carolla Born Adam Carolla, who would later become a prominent American comedian, radio host, and television personality, was born on this date.

Events in 1964

May 27, 1964: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 27, 1964

Newspapers from May. 27, 1964

May 27, 1964 was a Wednesday and it was the 148th day of the year 1964 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 27, 1964 can also be written as 5/27/1964 in the US and as 27/5/1964 in UK and Europe.

May 27, 1964 in May 1964 calendar

Famous people born on May 27, 1964:

• Adam Carolla

  Prominent American comedian, podcast host, radio personality, and television host known for his work on 'The Man Show' and 'Loveline'.

• Marie Bunel
• Yves Caumon

Famous people born in 1964

Famous people born on May 27th

Famous people died on May 27, 1964:

• Jawaharlal Nehru

  Indian nationalist leader and statesman.

Famous people who died in 1964

Famous people who died on May 27th

May 27, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 27, 1964 was Love Me Do by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. The Beatles - Love Me Do
2. The Dixie Cups - Chapel Of Love
3. Mary Wells - My Guy
4. Ray Charles Singers - Love Me With All Your Heart (Cuando Calienta El Sol)
5. Louis Armstrong - Hello, Dolly!

May 27, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 27, 1964 was Don't Throw Your Love Away by The Searchers, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. The Searchers - Don't Throw Your Love Away
2. The Four Pennies - Juliet
3. Millie - My Boy Lollipop
4. The Bachelors - I Believe
5. Peter & Gordon - World Without Love

May 27, 1964: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 27, 1964 was My Guy by Mary Wells, according to the music chart for the week May 25th and May 31st.

1. Mary Wells - My Guy
2. Dionne Warwick - Walk On By
3. Irma Thomas - Wish Someone Would Care
4. Nat King Cole - I Don't Want To Be Hurt Anymore
5. The Impressions - I'm So Proud

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 27th 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 27, 1964: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 27, 1964 is Dragon and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 27, 1964 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 27, 1964 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 27, 1964 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 09:35 pm and setting at 07:02 am.

The previous full moon was on May 26, 1964 while the next full moon would come on Jun 25, 1964.

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Someone born on May 27, 1964 is:

60 years 11 months old,

or 731 months and 12 days old,

or 3180 weeks and 2 days old,

or 22262 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 27, 1964?

There are 18 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday May 27th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 27, 1964?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 27, 1964.

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