What happened on Wednesday December 30, 1959?

Here's what happened on December 30, 1959:

• First US Ballistic Missile Submarine Commissioned The USS George Washington, a groundbreaking naval vessel, was commissioned on December 30, 1959, marking a significant milestone in United States naval and military technology. This submarine represented a major leap forward in strategic nuclear deterrence capabilities, being the first ballistic missile submarine in the US Navy. Equipped with Polaris nuclear missiles, the USS George Washington could launch nuclear weapons from underwater, fundamentally changing naval warfare and Cold War strategic dynamics.

Events in 1959

December 30, 1959: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 30, 1959

Newspapers from Dec. 30, 1959

December 30, 1959 was a Wednesday and it was the 364th day of the year 1959 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 30, 1959 can also be written as 12/30/1959 in the US and as 30/12/1959 in UK and Europe.

December 30, 1959 in December 1959 calendar

Famous people born on December 30, 1959:

• Tracey Ullman

  Renowned British comedian and actress known for her versatile character comedy and sketch performances across television, film, and stage.

• Antonio Pappano

  Internationally acclaimed English conductor and pianist, known for his exceptional musical leadership and interpretative skills.

• Patricia Clarkson

  Acclaimed American actress known for her versatile roles in independent films and critically acclaimed performances across film, television,...

• Paula Poundstone

  Prominent American stand-up comedian known for her observational humor and distinctive comedic style.

Famous people born in 1959

Famous people born on December 30th

December 30, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 30, 1959 was Why by Frankie Avalon, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

1. Frankie Avalon - Why
2. Marty Robbins - El Paso
3. Miss Toni Fisher - The Big Hurt
4. Paul Anka - It's Time To Cry
5. Freddie Cannon - Way Down Yonder In New Orleans

December 30, 1959: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 30, 1959 was What Do You Want? by Adam Faith, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

1. Adam Faith - What Do You Want?
2. Emile Ford & The Checkmates - What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For?
3. Neil Sedaka - Oh Carol
4. Cliff Richard & The Shadows - Travellin' Light
5. Michael Holliday - Starry Eyed

December 30, 1959: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 30, 1959 was The Clouds by The Spacemen, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

1. The Spacemen - The Clouds
2. The Drifters - Dance With Me
3. Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Come Into My Heart
4. Marv Johnson - You Got What It Takes
5. Bill Black's Combo - Smokie - Part 2

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 30th 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 30, 1959: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 30, 1959 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 30, 1959 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 30, 1959 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 30, 1959 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 7% full, rising at 07:43 am and setting at 07:13 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 15, 1959 while the next full moon would come on Jan 13, 1960.

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Your place in the Universe on December 30, 1959

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Someone born on December 30, 1959 is:

65 years 4 months old,

or 784 months and 14 days old,

or 3411 weeks

or 23877 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 30, 1959?

There are 230 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday December 30th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 30, 1959?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 30, 1959.

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