What happened on Friday May 30, 1969?

Here's what happened on May 30, 1969:

• Curaçao Social Unrest Riots erupt in Willemstad, Curaçao, driven by oil workers protesting against economic and racial disparities. These demonstrations highlight deep-seated social tensions and calls for independence, reflecting the complex socio-economic challenges facing the Caribbean island.
• Mario Andretti Wins Indianapolis 500 Mario Andretti leads for 116 laps to win the Indianapolis 500 in a record time of 3:11:14.71, breaking the previous record by nearly 5 minutes. This victory solidifies Andretti's status as one of the most talented racing drivers of his era.
• Gibraltar Adopts New Constitution Gibraltar officially adopts its new constitution, marking a significant milestone in its political development and governance structure. This constitutional change represents an important step in the territory's self-determination and political autonomy.
• World Record Marathon Performance Derek Clayton sets a new world record marathon time of 2:08:33.6 in Antwerp, Belgium, pushing the boundaries of human athletic performance and setting a new benchmark in long-distance running.

Events in 1969

May 30, 1969: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from May. 30, 1969

Newspapers from May. 30, 1969

May 30, 1969 was a Friday and it was the 150th day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 30, 1969 can also be written as 5/30/1969 in the US and as 30/5/1969 in UK and Europe.

May 30, 1969 in May 1969 calendar

Famous people born on May 30, 1969:

• Naomi Kawase

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• Ryuhei Kitamura

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Famous people born in 1969

Famous people born on May 30th

Famous people died on May 30, 1969:

• Henry Aubrey-Fletcher
• Billy Lacey

Famous people who died in 1969

Famous people who died on May 30th

May 30, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 30, 1969 was Get Back by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

1. The Beatles - Get Back
2. Mercy - Love (Can Make You Happy)
3. The 5th Dimension - Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures)
4. The Edwin Hawkins Singers - Oh Happy Day
5. The Cowsills - Hair

May 30, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 30, 1969 was Get Back by Beatles With Billy Preston, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

1. Beatles With Billy Preston - Get Back
2. Herman's Hermits - My Sentimental Friend
3. Mary Hopkin - Goodbye
4. Fleetwood Mac - Man Of The World
5. Clodagh Rodgers - Come Back And Shake Me

May 30, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 30, 1969 was The Chokin' Kind by Joe Simon, according to the music chart for the week May 26th and June 1st.

1. Joe Simon - The Chokin' Kind
2. Marvin Gaye - Too Busy Thinking About My Baby
3. James Brown - I Don't Want Nobody To Give Me Nothing (Open Up The Door, I'
4. Aretha Franklin - I Can't See Myself Leaving You
5. The Isley Brothers - It's Your Thing

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, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 30, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 30, 1969 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 30, 1969 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, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:50 pm and setting at 04:58 am.

The previous full moon was on May 02, 1969 while the next full moon would come on May 31, 1969.

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Your place in the Universe on May 30, 1969

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Someone born on May 30, 1969 is:

55 years 11 months old,

or 671 months and 14 days old,

or 2919 weeks and 5 days old,

or 20438 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 30, 1969?

There are 16 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, 1969?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 30, 1969.

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