What happened on Thursday December 31, 1964?

Here's what happened on December 31, 1964:

• Donald Campbell Sets World Water Speed Record British speed record holder Donald Campbell achieved a remarkable world water speed record of 276.33 mph, demonstrating extraordinary engineering and personal courage in pushing technological boundaries.
• Indonesia Expelled from United Nations On December 31, 1964, Indonesia was officially expelled from the United Nations, marking a significant diplomatic incident in the country's international relations.
• Ólafur Thors, Icelandic Prime Minister Ólafur Thors, a prominent Icelandic political figure who served as Prime Minister, passed away in 1964 at the age of 72.
• Denis Hickey, Cricket Player Denis Hickey was a notable cricket player who played as a fast bowler for Victoria, South Africa, and Glamorgan cricket teams during his professional career.
• Winston Benjamin, West Indies Cricket Player Winston Benjamin was a right-handed fast bowler who represented the West Indies cricket team from 1987 to 1995, known for his quick bowling skills.
• Allen D'Nulderf, American Stuntman Brief biographical note about Allen D'Nulderf, an American stuntman active during the mid-20th century.

Events in 1964

December 31, 1964: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 31, 1964

Newspapers from Dec. 31, 1964

December 31, 1964 was a Thursday and it was the 366th day of the year 1964 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 1964 can also be written as 12/31/1964 in the US and as 31/12/1964 in UK and Europe.

December 31, 1964 in December 1964 calendar

Famous people born on December 31, 1964:

• Gong Li

  Renowned Chinese actress known for her roles in international films and collaboration with director Zhang Yimou.

• Michael McDonald

  American comedian, actor, and director known for his work on MADtv and various comedy films.

• Valentina Vargas
• Michael McDonald (comedian)

Famous people born in 1964

Famous people born on December 31st

Famous people died on December 31, 1964:

• Henry Maitland Wilson

  English field marshal (b. 1881).

• Ólafur Thors

  Icelandic lawyer and politician, 8th prime minister of iceland (b. 1892).

Famous people who died in 1964

Famous people who died on December 31st

December 31, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1964 was I Feel Fine by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

1. The Beatles - I Feel Fine
2. The Supremes - Come See About Me
3. Bobby Vinton - Mr. Lonely
4. The Beatles - She's A Woman
5. The Searchers - Love Potion Number Nine

December 31, 1964: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1964 was Yeh Yeh by Georgie Fame, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

1. Georgie Fame - Yeh Yeh
2. Petula Clark - Downtown
3. Gene Pitney - I'm Gonna Be Strong
4. The Moody Blues - Go Now
5. The Rolling Stones - Little Red Rooster

December 31, 1964: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1964 was Amen by The Impressions, according to the music chart for the week December 28th and January 3rd.

1. The Impressions - Amen
2. The Larks - The Jerk
3. The Supremes - Come See About Me
4. Marvin Gaye - How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You
5. Maxine Brown - Oh No Not My Baby

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st 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 31, 1964: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1964 is Dragon and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 31, 1964 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 1964 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 31, 1964 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:24 am and setting at 03:40 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 19, 1964 while the next full moon would come on Jan 17, 1965.

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Your place in the Universe on December 31, 1964

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Someone born on December 31, 1964 is:

60 years 4 months old,

or 724 months and 9 days old,

or 3149 weeks and 1 day old,

or 22044 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 31, 1964?

There are 236 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1964?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 31, 1964.

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