What happened on Wednesday August 30, 1961?

Here's what happened on August 30, 1961:

• USSR Announces Nuclear Testing Resumption The Soviet Union declared its intention to resume nuclear testing, escalating Cold War tensions and contributing to the ongoing nuclear arms race between global superpowers.
• First African American Federal District Court Judge Confirmed J.B. Parsons made history by becoming the first African American judge confirmed to a United States District Court, marking a significant milestone in judicial diversity and civil rights progress.
• First Underground Missile Silo Launch Fails The inaugural launch of a missile from an underground missile silo ended in failure, representing an early technical challenge in developing advanced strategic military infrastructure during the Cold War era.
• Spain Concludes Moroccan Troop Withdrawal The last Spanish troops departed from Morocco, signaling the end of Spain's military presence in the North African country and representing a key moment in post-colonial decolonization.
• Charles Coburn Dies Charles Coburn, an Academy Award-winning actor known for his distinguished character roles, passed away at the age of 84. Coburn was a prominent Hollywood performer during the Golden Age of cinema, recognized for his sophisticated and often comedic portrayals.
• Baltimore Orioles Pitcher's Record-Breaking Walk Performance Baltimore Orioles pitcher Jack Fisher set an unusual record by walking 12 Los Angeles Angels players during a single 9-inning game, highlighting an extraordinary and rare pitching performance.

Events in 1961

August 30, 1961: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 30, 1961

Newspapers from Aug. 30, 1961

August 30, 1961 was a Wednesday and it was the 242nd day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 30, 1961 can also be written as 8/30/1961 in the US and as 30/8/1961 in UK and Europe.

August 30, 1961 in August 1961 calendar

Famous people born on August 30, 1961:

• Rebecca De Mornay

  American actress famous for her roles in films like 'Risky Business' and 'The Hand That Rocks the Cradle', known for her versatility and...

Famous people born in 1961

Famous people born on August 30th

Famous people died on August 30, 1961:

• Charles Coburn

  American actor and singer (d. 1961).

• Cristóbal de Losada y Puga

  Peruvian mathematician (b. 1894).

• Marian Reeves

Famous people who died in 1961

Famous people who died on August 30th

August 30, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 30, 1961 was Wooden Heart by Joe Dowell, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.

1. Joe Dowell - Wooden Heart
2. Bobby Lewis - Tossin' And Turnin'
3. The Highwaymen - Michael
4. Mar-Keys - Last Night
5. Ral Donner - You Don't Know What You've Got (Until You Lose It)

August 30, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 30, 1961 was Johnny Remember Me by John Leyton, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.

1. John Leyton - Johnny Remember Me
2. Shirley Bassey - Reach For The Stars / Climb Ev'ry Mountain
3. Helen Shapiro - You Don't Know
4. Eden Kane - Well I Ask You
5. Billy Fury - Halfway To Paradise

August 30, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 30, 1961 was Tossin' And Turnin' by Bobby Lewis, according to the music chart for the week August 28th and September 3rd.

1. Bobby Lewis - Tossin' And Turnin'
2. Bobby Bland - Don't Cry No More
3. Mar-Keys - Last Night
4. The Jive Five With Joe Rene And Orchestra - My True Story
5. Freddy King - San-Ho-Zay

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 30th is Virgo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 30, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 30, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 30, 1961 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 30, 1961 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 August 30, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 63% full, rising at 10:00 pm and setting at 12:30 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 26, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Sep 24, 1961.

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Someone born on August 30, 1961 is:

63 years 8 months old,

or 764 months and 14 days old,

or 3324 weeks

or 23268 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 30, 1961?

There are 108 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday August 30th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 30, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on August 30, 1961.

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