What happened on Wednesday May 30, 1962?

About May 30th, 1962, in brief:

  • Historical events: Benjamin Britten's powerful War Requiem was premiered during the consecration of the new Coventry Cathedral, symbolically marking the rebuilding and healing process after the destruction of World War II. The composition is a profound musical statement about the horrors of war and the hope for peace.
  • Day of the week: May 30th, 1962 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waning crescent
  • #1 US song: I Can't Stop Loving You by Ray Charles
  • #1 UK song: Good Luck Charm by Elvis Presley
  • Popular movie: Long Day's Journey Into Night directed by Sidney Lumet

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May 30, 1962: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 30, 1962:

  • Benjamin Britten's War Requiem Premiered Benjamin Britten's powerful War Requiem was premiered during the consecration of the new Coventry Cathedral, symbolically marking the rebuilding and healing process after the destruction of World War II. The composition is a profound musical statement about the horrors of war and the hope for peace.
  • 1962 FIFA World Cup Begins in Chile The 1962 FIFA World Cup tournament officially commenced in Chile, marking a significant moment in international football history. This World Cup would become memorable for its competitive matches and the emergence of new football talents from around the globe.
  • Tragic Bus Crash in Ahmedabad A devastating bus crash in Ahmedabad, India, resulted in the loss of 69 lives, highlighting the critical need for improved transportation safety standards and emergency response protocols.
  • John Alt: NFL Player Born John Alt was born, who would later become a notable NFL tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs, contributing to the team's professional football legacy.

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May 30, 1962: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was May 30, 1962?


May 30, 1962 was a Wednesday and it was the 150th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 30, 1962 can also be written as 5/30/1962 in the US and as 30/5/1962 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 30, 1962?


Famous people born on May 30, 1962:

  • Kevin Eastman

    American comic book artist and co-creator of the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise.

  • Tonya Pinkins

    An accomplished American actress and singer known for her work in theater and television.

  • Timo Soini
  • Choi Min-sik

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May 30, 1962: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 30, 1962:

  • Pierre Gilliard

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May 30, 1962: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 30, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 28th and June 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

May 30, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 30, 1962 was I Can't Stop Loving You by Ray Charles, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

  1. - I Can't Stop Loving You youtube
  2. - Stranger On The Shore youtube
  3. - Soldier Boy youtube
  4. - Lovers Who Wander youtube
  5. - Mashed Potato Time youtube

May 30, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 30, 1962 was Good Luck Charm by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

  1. - Good Luck Charm youtube
  2. - Do You Want To Dance / I'm Looking Out The Window youtube
  3. - Come Outside youtube
  4. - A Picture Of You youtube
  5. - Nut Rocker youtube

May 30, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 30, 1962 was I Can't Stop Loving You by Ray Charles, according to the music chart for the week May 28th and June 3rd.

  1. - I Can't Stop Loving You youtube
  2. - Don't Play That Song (You Lied)
  3. - Soldier Boy youtube
  4. - Mashed Potato Time youtube
  5. - Night Train
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May 30, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 30th 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 30, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 30, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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May 30, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 30, 1962 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 30, 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 May 30, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 03:50 am and setting at 06:13 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 19, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Jun 18, 1962.

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How old is someone born on May 30, 1962?


Someone born on May 30, 1962 is:

62 years 11 months old,

or 755 months and 2 days old,

or 3283 weeks and 2 days old,

or 22983 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 30, 1962?

There are 28 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday May 30th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 30, 1962?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on May 30, 1962.

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