What happened on Sunday October 01, 1961?

Here's what happened on October 01, 1961:

• Establishment of People's Republic of China Mao Zedong officially declares the establishment of the People's Republic of China, marking a transformative moment in global geopolitics and the beginning of modern communist China.
• Thalidomide Drug Launch Thalidomide, an anti-nausea and sleep-aid drug, is launched and widely prescribed to pregnant women for morning sickness. The drug would later be infamously withdrawn after being linked to severe birth defects, becoming a landmark case in pharmaceutical safety.
• Nuclear Testing Resumes The United States and the Soviet Union resume nuclear testing, escalating Cold War tensions and contributing to the ongoing nuclear arms race.
• US Defense Intelligence Agency Established The United States Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) is formed, becoming the country's first centralized military intelligence organization, marking a significant milestone in national security infrastructure.
• Roger Maris Breaks Home Run Record New York Yankees' Roger Maris sets a historic Major League Baseball record by hitting 61 home runs in a single season, breaking Babe Ruth's long-standing record of 60 home runs. The record-breaking home run was hit off pitcher Tracy Stallard.
• Formation of Federal Republic of Cameroon East and West Cameroon merge to form the Federal Republic of Cameroon, a pivotal moment in the country's post-colonial political development.
• CTV Television Network Launched The CTV Television Network, Canada's first private television network, begins broadcasting, marking a significant milestone in Canadian media history.
• Volcanic Eruption on Tristan da Cunha A believed-extinct volcano erupts on the remote island of Tristan da Cunha, surprising geologists and highlighting the unpredictable nature of geological phenomena.

Events in 1961

October 01, 1961: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Oct. 01, 1961

Newspapers from Oct. 01, 1961

October 01, 1961: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Chicago Bears - Green Bay Packers : 0 - 24
• Dallas Cowboys - Cleveland Browns : 7 - 25
• Minnesota Vikings - Baltimore Colts : 33 - 34
• New York Giants - Washington Redskins : 24 - 21
• Pittsburgh Steelers - Los Angeles Rams : 14 - 24

October 01, 1961 was a Sunday and it was the 274th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 01, 1961 can also be written as 10/1/1961 in the US and as 1/10/1961 in UK and Europe.

October 01, 1961 in October 1961 calendar

Famous people born on October 01, 1961:

• Gary Ablett Sr.

  Legendary Australian rules footballer known for his exceptional skills and significant impact on the sport during his playing career.

• Eric Stoltz

  Accomplished American actor known for roles in films like 'Mask', 'Some Kind of Wonderful', and 'Pulp Fiction'.

• Walter Mazzarri

Famous people born in 1961

Famous people born on October 1st

Famous people died on October 01, 1961:

• Ludwig Bemelmans

  Writer and illustrator best known for the 'Madeline' children's book series.

• Rosa Sensat
• William Otterwell Brady

Famous people who died in 1961

Famous people who died on October 1st

October 01, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 01, 1961 was Take Good Care Of My Baby by Bobby Vee, according to the music chart for the week September 25th and October 1st.

1. Bobby Vee - Take Good Care Of My Baby
2. Dick and DeeDee - The Mountain's High
3. The Highwaymen - Michael
4. Roy Orbison - Crying
5. Lonnie Donegan and His Skiffle Group - Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavor (On The Bedpost Over Night)

October 01, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 01, 1961 was Walking Back To Happiness by Helen Shapiro, according to the music chart for the week September 25th and October 1st.

1. Helen Shapiro - Walking Back To Happiness
2. The Highwaymen - Michael
3. The Shadows - Kon-Tiki
4. Billy Fury - Jealousy
5. Cleo Laine - You'll Answer To Me

October 01, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 01, 1961 was My True Story by The Jive Five With Joe Rene And Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week September 25th and October 1st.

1. The Jive Five With Joe Rene And Orchestra - My True Story
2. Ike & Tina Turner - It's Gonna Work Out Fine
3. Jimmy Reed - Bright Lights Big City
4. James Brown And The Famous Flames - Baby, You're Right
5. Little Willie John - Take My Love (I Want To Give It All To You)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 1st is Libra.

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Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 01, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 01, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 01, 1961 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 01, 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 October 01, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 38% full, rising at 11:18 pm and setting at 02:54 pm.

The previous full moon was on Sep 24, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Oct 23, 1961.

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Your place in the Universe on October 01, 1961

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Someone born on October 01, 1961 is:

63 years 7 months old,

or 763 months and 3 days old,

or 3318 weeks

or 23226 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 01, 1961?

There are 150 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 1st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 01, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on October 01, 1961.

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