What happened on Saturday December 13, 1969?

Here's what happened on December 13, 1969:

• Birth of Raymond A. Spruance Raymond A. Spruance, a notable American naval admiral who would become crucial in World War II Pacific naval strategies, was born in 1886. Spruance was a key strategic commander during pivotal naval battles like Midway, significantly contributing to the United States' naval success in the Pacific Theater.
• Political Transition in Dahomey Colonel Paul-Émile de Souza was released from house arrest and installed as the new President of Dahomey, leading a three-member military junta. This marked a significant political shift in the West African nation, reflecting the complex political landscape of post-colonial Africa during the late 1960s.
• Billy Martin's First MLB Managerial Dismissal Billy Martin was fired as manager of the Minnesota Twins, an early setback in what would become a tumultuous and legendary managerial career in Major League Baseball. This event marked the beginning of Martin's notorious reputation for being frequently hired and fired throughout his baseball management years.

Events in 1969

December 13, 1969: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 13, 1969

Newspapers from Dec. 13, 1969

December 13, 1969: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Baltimore Colts - Dallas Cowboys : 10 - 27

December 13, 1969 was a Saturday and it was the 347th day of the year 1969 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 13, 1969 can also be written as 12/13/1969 in the US and as 13/12/1969 in UK and Europe.

December 13, 1969 in December 1969 calendar

Famous people born on December 13, 1969:

• Tony Curran

  Scottish actor known for roles in films and television series like 'Underworld: Evolution', 'Ray', and 'Vikings'.

• Sergei Fedorov

  Legendary Russian ice hockey player who was a key member of the Detroit Red Wings and the Russian national team, winning multiple NHL and...

• Sophie Kinsella

  Bestselling British author known for her popular 'Shopaholic' series and numerous romantic comedy novels.

• Evric Gray
• Hideo Ishikawa

Famous people born in 1969

Famous people born on December 13th

Famous people died on December 13, 1969:

• Raymond A. Spruance

  American admiral and diplomat, united states ambassador to the philippines (b. 1886).

• Umberto Segre
• Luigi Pavese
• Amedeo Sommovigo
• Spencer Williams Jr.

Famous people who died in 1969

Famous people who died on December 13th

December 13, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 13, 1969 was Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye by Steam, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.

1. Steam - Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye
2. Peter, Paul and Mary - Leaving on A Jet Plane
3. Diana Ross and the Supremes - Someday We'll Be Together
4. The Beatles - Come Together
5. Creedence Clearwater Revival - Down On The Corner

December 13, 1969: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 13, 1969 was Two Little Boys by Rolf Harris, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.

1. Rolf Harris - Two Little Boys
2. Archies - Sugar Sugar
3. Kenny Rogers & The First Edition - Ruby Don't Take Your Love To Town
4. Stevie Wonder - Yester-Me Yester-You Yesterday
5. Blue Mink - Melting Pot

December 13, 1969: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 13, 1969 was Someday We'll Be Together by Diana Ross & The Supremes, according to the music chart for the week December 8th and December 14th.

1. Diana Ross & The Supremes - Someday We'll Be Together
2. Gladys Knight And The Pips - Friendship Train
3. Jr. Walker & The All Stars - These Eyes
4. The Originals - Baby I'm For Real
5. Aretha Franklin - Eleanor Rigby

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 13th is Sagittarius.

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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 13, 1969: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 13, 1969 is Rooster and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 13, 1969 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 13, 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 December 13, 1969 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:02 am and setting at 10:47 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 23, 1969 while the next full moon would come on Dec 23, 1969.

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Your place in the Universe on December 13, 1969

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Someone born on December 13, 1969 is:

55 years 4 months old,

or 664 months and 21 days old,

or 2890 weeks and 1 day old,

or 20231 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 13, 1969?

There are 223 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday December 13th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 13, 1969?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 13, 1969.

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