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February 28, 1966 was the 59th day of the year 1966, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Monday.
Is February 28, 1966 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on February 28, 1966, who was born and died on February 28, 1966, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 28, 1966, which were the most popular songs (ex. The Ballad Of The Green Berets by Barry Sadler), movies (e.g. War and Peace, directed by Sergey Bondarchuk), TV series (e.g. Jackanory) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 28th, 1966 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was February 28, 1966?
- February 28, 1966: What happened on that day?
- February 28, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- February 28, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on February 28, 1966?
- February 28, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- February 28, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
- February 28, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- February 28, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
- February 28, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- February 28, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- February 28, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- Who was the US President on February 28, 1966?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 28, 1966?
- Who was the Pope on February 28, 1966?
What day of the week was February 28, 1966?
February 28, 1966 was a Monday and it was the 59th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.
February 28, 1966 can also be written as 2/28/1966 in the US and as 28/2/1966 in UK and Europe.
February 28, 1966: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on February 28, 1966:
- Cavern club (beatles hangout) in liverpool closes
- Sandy koufax and don drysdale begin a joint holdout against los angeles dodgers.
- U.s. astronauts charles bassett and elliott see are killed in an aircraft accident in st. louis, missouri.
- Soviet space probe ''venera 3'' crashes on venus, becoming the first spacecraft to land on another planet's surface.
- The ba'ath party takes power in syria.
- A nasa t-38 talon crashes into the mcdonnell aircraft factory while attempting a poor-visibility landing at lambert field, st. louis, killing astronauts elliot see and charles bassett.
February 28, 1966: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 28th is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
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 28, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.
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February 28, 1966: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on February 28, 1966 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 1966 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 28, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 59% full, rising at 10:39 am and setting at 02:16 am.
The previous full moon was on Feb 05, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Mar 07, 1966.
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Who was born on February 28, 1966?
Famous people born on February 28, 1966:
- Vincent Askew
American basketball player.
- Philip Reeve
British author of the Mortal Engines series.
- Paulo Futre
Portuguese footballer.
- Jovan
Archbishop jovan vi of ohrid.
- Tim Goad
American footballer, athlete and defensive tackle, from 1988 to 1996 with the new england patriots and baltimore ravens.
- Vincent Askew NBA guard/forward (Seattle Supersonics
Portland trail blazers).
- Erik van
Kessel; dutch soccer player (fc utrecht).
- Edita Mildažytė
Lithuanian activist and journalist.
- Éric Dubus
French middle distance runner.
- Archbishop Jovan VI of Ohrid
- Fabio Massimo Colasanti
- Edward Shearmur
- Robert Rowland
- Néstor Lorenzo
- Roar Hansen
- Paul Groves
Whose famous birthday is on February 28th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 28th:
![Bernadette Peters]()
Bernadette PetersAmerican actress, singer, and dancer.
![Natalia Vodianova]()
Natalia VodianovaModel and actress from russia-french.
![Gilbert Gottfried]()
Gilbert GottfriedGilbert gottfried is a comedian known for his distinctive voice and raunchy humor, as well as for his roles in movies like aladdin and...
![Stephanie Beacham]()
Stephanie BeachamStephanie beacham is an english actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'dynasty' and 'the colbys'.
![Dorothy Stratten]()
Dorothy StrattenCanadian model, playboy’s playmate of 1980 and star in three movies.
![Mario Andretti]()
Mario AndrettiAldo, an italian-american auto racing driver, is his twin brother.
![Svetlana Alliluyeva]()
Svetlana AlliluyevaRussian-american writer and educator (d.2011).
![Rae Dawn Chong]()
Rae Dawn ChongCanadian actress.
![Mercedes Ruehl]()
Mercedes RuehlAmerican actress.
![Vincente Minnelli]()
Vincente MinnelliAmerican film director, died in los angeles at the age of 76 (b. 1903).
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February 28, 1966: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 58 years 1 month old,
or 697 months and 30 days old,
or 3034 weeks and 5 days old,
or 21243 days old,
if you were born on February 28, 1966.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 28, 1966?
There are 307 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 28th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 28, 1966?
You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 28, 1966.
February 28, 1966: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on February 28, 1966:
- Charles Bassett
American captain, engineer, and astronaut (b. 1931).
- Elliot See
American astronaut, engineer, naval pilot, test pilot and naval aviator.
- Elliot McKay See Jr
Astronaut, who was 38 years old, is killed in a t-38 jet crash.
- Jonathan Hale
Canadian-american actor (d. 1966).
- Leonardo Cominotto
What famous deaths happened on February 28th?
Famous deaths on February 28th:
![George Kennedy]()
George KennedyGeorge kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.
![Ruby Keeler]()
Ruby KeelerCanadian-american actress and dancer.
![Mary Stuart]()
Mary StuartAmerican actress and singer (b. 1926).
![Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson]()
Eddie 'Rochester' AndersonAmerican actor (born in 1905).
![Anny Ondra]()
Anny OndraActress (blackmail) dies at 83.
![Jim Thorpe]()
Jim ThorpeAmerican professional athlete who won awards for over seven events: the 100 meter dash and the 1500 meter run, as well as the broad jump,...
- Henry Luce
American publisher, born in china.
- Aleja Fernandez
Aleja Fernandez was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of abstract algebra and its applications in...
- Dewell Hines
Dewell Hines was a celebrated artist known for their unique and innovative artistic style.
- Orabelle Worthington
Renowned author known for her captivating novels.
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February 28, 1966: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on February 28, 1966:
- Blessed Antonia of Florence (d. 1472)
Saints celebrated on February 28, 1966:
- Saint Silvana
- Saint Rufinus
- Saint Oswald (d. 992)
- Saint Romanus (died 463)
February 28, 1966: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on February 28, 1966 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 28th and March 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
February 28, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on February 28, 1966 was The Ballad Of The Green Berets by Barry Sadler, according to the music chart for the week February 28th and March 6th.
February 28, 1966: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on February 28, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 28th and March 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Barry Sadler - The Ballad Of The Green Berets
- Nancy Sinatra - These Boots Are Made For Walkin'
- Lou Christie - Lightnin' Strikes
- Herman's Hermits - Listen People
- The Mamas and The Papas - California Dreamin'
February 28, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on February 28, 1966 was The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore by The Walker Brothers, according to the music chart for the week February 28th and March 6th.
February 28, 1966: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on February 28, 1966 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 28th and March 6th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- The Walker Brothers - The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore
- The Hollies - I Can't Let Go
- Nancy Sinatra - These Boots Are Made For Walkin'
- The Mindbenders - Groovy Kind Of Love
- The Small Faces - Sha La La La Lee
February 28, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on February 28, 1966 was Baby Scratch My Back by Slim Harpo, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 28th and March 6th.
February 28, 1966: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on February 28, 1966 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 28th and March 6th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Slim Harpo - Baby Scratch My Back
- Stevie Wonder - Uptight (Everything's Alright)
- Deon Jackson - Love Makes The World Go Round
- Martha & The Vandellas - My Baby Loves Me
- The Marvelettes - Don't Mess With Bill
February 28, 1966: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on February 28, 1966 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
War and Peace
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Sergey Bondarchuk
Starring: Lyudmila Saveleva, Vyacheslav Tikhonov, Sergey Bondarchuk, Boris Zakhava
Country: United States of America
Johnny Reno
Release year: 1966
Directed by: R.G. Springsteen
Starring: Dana Andrews, Jane Russell, Lon Chaney Jr., John Agar
Arizona Colt
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Michele Lupo
Starring: Giuliano Gemma, Rosalba Neri, Fernando Sancho, Pietro Tordi, Valentino Macchi, Pietro Martellanza, Andrea Bosic, Gianni Solaro, Roberto Camardiel, Mirko Ellis, Renato Chiantoni, Tom Felleghy
Country: Italy
Requiescant
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Carlo Lizzani
Starring: Pier Paolo Pasolini, Ninetto Davoli, Franco Citti, Lorenza Guerrieri, Lou Castel, Massimo Sarchielli, Jacques Stany, Vittorio Duse, Mark Damon, Barbara Frey, Nino Musco, Rossana Martini
Country: Italy
Johnny Yuma
Release year: 1966
Directed by: Romolo Guerrieri
Starring: Rosalba Neri, Luigi Vannucchi, Dada Gallotti, Mark Damon, Gianni Solaro, Mirella Pamphili, Ferdinando Poggi, Franco Lantieri, Lawrence Dobkin
Country: Italy
February 28, 1966: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on February 28, 1966 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Jackanory
Release year: 1965
Directed by: Brian Hawkins
February 28, 1966: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on February 28, 1966 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
The Double Image
By: Helen MacInnes
John Craig, an American historian, is shocked to meet his college professor while doing research in Paris.
A Thousand Days
By: Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr
Arthur Schlesinger, the president's special assistant, witnessed firsthand the personalities and politics that influenced the Kennedy administration.
The Proud Tower
By: Barbara W. Tuchman
"The diplomatic origins of the War, so-called are only the fever chart for the patient. They do not reveal what caused the fever.
The Last Hundred Days
By: John Toland
The Last 100 Days is a dramatic countdown of World War II's final months in Europe. It shows the decline of power and the eventual surrender of the Third Reich.
Who was the US President on February 28, 1966?
On February 28, 1966 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 28, 1966?
On February 28, 1966 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on February 28, 1966?
On February 28, 1966 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about February 28th?
February 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th day of the month of February. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on February 28th, such as:
- 2019 - 28 february 2019, mogadishu bombings: 29 were killed in three bomb blasts and a siege that lasted until march 1.
- 2018 - Kivu conflict: 23 people have been killed in clashes between militias within the rutshuru territory, north kivu, dr congo. since february 25, violence has rekindled.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). twelve afghan national police officers are killed in an "infiltration attack" by taliban in the southern helmand province.
What happened in 1966?
1966 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Former marine Charles Whitman kills 13 andwounds 31 at University of Texas
- Radio Vila (New Hebrides) begins transmitting
- S African government bans Beatle records
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What was the calendar for February 1966?
February 1966 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
