Your place in the Universe on 1967
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1967 (MCMLXVII in Roman Numerals) was the year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1967th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations.
Is 1967 a year special to you? Discover what 1967 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 1967, 1967 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 1967, how old is someone born in 1967 and what Chinese zodiac sign is associated to 1967.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about 1967 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What was 1967 known for ?
- Key World Leaders of 1967
- Who was the U.S. President in 1967?
- Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1967?
- Who was the Pope in 1967?
- 1967: Who was Time's Person of the Year?
- What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1967?
- What was the number 1 song in the UK in 1967?
- What was the most popular movie in 1967?
- What was the best selling book in 1967?
- How old is someone born in 1967?
- What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1967?
What was 1967 known for ?
- In the turbulent 1960’s, it should come as no surprise that many important cultural events occurred in 1967, especially in the field of music.
- This was the year that The Doors released their debut album, self-titled, The Doors. The Jimi Hendrix Experience also released their debut album, titled, Are You Experienced. They would release another album this year, titled, Axis: Bold As Love. In another major debut, Pink Floyd released their first album, The Piper at the Gates of Dawn. This was the year that The Beatles released their famous album, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band and their Magical Mystery Tour.
- In film, Charlie Chaplin’s last film, A Countess from Hong Kong, opened in the United Kingdom. 1967 was also the year that A Fistful of Dollars, starring Clint Eastwood, opened in the United States. This was the first largely successful “Spaghetti Western” and helped elevate the popularity of the genre and the career of Clint Eastwood. This was the year that The Graduate opened in movie theatres, which was the first major role for Dustin Hoffman. Hoffman would receive an Academy Award nomination for the role. Disney’s animated classic, The Jungle Book also premiered in 1967, with the film having an added weight of significance to it, since it was the last production that Walt Disney himself had a hand in producing.
- In developments for television, 1967 was the year that the first color television broadcasts began on BBC2 in the United Kingdom. This was also the year of the first live, international, satellite television production, Our World. The program featured the live debut of The Beatles’ song, “All You Need Is Love.”
- As the American war in Vietnam raged on, so did social unrest within the United States. As many people protested the war and the central government’s use of conscription into the armed forces, the great boxer Muhammad Ali refused military service when drafted in 1967. While the decision came at great personal cost to Ali, he stayed true to his word and inspired many others to follow his example, which helped galvanize the antiwar movement in the US.
- The world population in 1967 was 3,478,769,962 people according to data by United Nations, Department of Economic and Social Affairs, Population Division. This figure includes both urban and rural populations. The urban population at that time accounted for 36.0% of the total population, which is roughly 1.3 billion individuals.The annual population change in 1967 was an increase of +70.9 million people, representing a percentage increase of +2.08% over the previous year.The average population density in 1967 was 14 persons per square mile (or 23 persons per square kilometer).
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Key World Leaders of 1967
Who was the U.S. President in 1967?
In 1967, Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat) was the President of the United States. His term spanned from November 22, 1963 to January 20, 1969. During his presidency, he passed landmark civil rights legislation and launched the Great Society programs aimed at eliminating poverty.
Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in 1967?
In 1967 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour). His administration brought about major social reforms, including the legalization of abortion and homosexuality, and led Britain through economic challenges.
Who was the Pope in 1967?
The leader of the Catholic Church in 1967 was Pope St Paul VI who had held the papacy since 1963. During his papacy, he concluded the Second Vatican Council and issued *Humanae Vitae*, reaffirming the Church's stance on birth control.
1967: Who was Time's Person of the Year?
Lyndon B. Johnson
In 1967, Lyndon B. Johnson was named by TIME magazine as Person of the Year. Johnson was President of the United States from 1963 to 1969.
What was the number 1 song in the USA in 1967?
The number 1 song in the USA in 1967, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was Ode To Billie Joe by Bobbie Gentry
What was the number 1 song in the UK in 1967?
The number 1 song in the UK in 1967, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was The Last Waltz by Engelbert Humperdinck
What was the most popular movie in 1967?
The most popular movie and box office hit was Wanted by Giorgio Ferroni
What was the best selling book in 1967?
How old is someone born in 1967?
Someone born in 1967 is 58 years old this year.
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What was the Chinese Zodiac sign associated with the year 1967?
According to the Chinese Zodiac and Astrology 1967 was the Year of the Goat.
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