What happened on Wednesday January 02, 1963?

Here's what happened on January 02, 1963:

• Viet Cong's First Major Victory at the Battle of Ap Bac On January 2, 1963, the Viet Cong secured their first major victory at the Battle of Ap Bac in South Vietnam, inflicting significant casualties on the South Vietnamese Army and boosting their morale. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Battle of Ap Bac: A Turning Point in the Vietnam War On January 2, 1963, the Battle of Ap Bac occurred in South Vietnam, where the Viet Cong achieved a significant victory over the South Vietnamese Army, marking a turning point in the Vietnam War. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Jack Carson, Canadian Actor, Dies Jack Carson, a Canadian-born American actor known for his roles in films like "Mildred Pierce" and "Arsenic and Old Lace," died on January 2, 1963, at the age of 52. source: en.wikipedia.org

Events in 1963

January 02, 1963: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from January 1963

Newspapers from Jan. 02, 1963

January 02, 1963 was a Wednesday and it was the 2nd day of the year 1963 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 02, 1963 can also be written as 1/2/1963 in the US and as 2/1/1963 in UK and Europe.

January 02, 1963 in January 1963 calendar

Famous people born on January 02, 1963:

• Edgar Martínez

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• David Cone

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Famous people born in 1963

Famous people born on January 2nd

Famous people died on January 02, 1963:

• Dick Powell

  Dick Powell was an American singer, actor, producer, and director, best known for his work in film and television between the 1930s and the 1960s. Initially recognized for his musical roles, Powell later transitioned to gritty film noir roles, notably appearing in 'Murder, My Sweet.' He later became a prominent director and producer, helping to shape early American television. [bio]

• Jack Carson

  Jack Carson was a Canadian-American actor best known for his work in films during Hollywood's Golden Age, frequently appearing in comedic and supporting roles. He gained wide recognition for films such as 'Mildred Pierce', 'A Star Is Born', and 'Arsenic and Old Lace'. [bio]

Famous people who died in 1963

Famous people who died on January 2nd

January 02, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 02, 1963 was Telstar by The Tornadoes, according to the music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.

1. The Tornadoes - Telstar
2. Steve Lawrence - Go Away Little Girl
3. Chubby Checker - Limbo Rock
4. Marcie Blane - Bobby's Girl
5. The 4 Seasons - Big Girls Don't Cry

January 02, 1963: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 02, 1963 was I Want To Hold Your Hand by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.

1. The Beatles - I Want To Hold Your Hand
2. Cliff Richard - The Next Time / Bachelor Boy
3. Elvis Presley - Return To Sender
4. The Beatles - She Loves You
5. Freddie & The Dreamers - You Were Made For Me

January 02, 1963: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 02, 1963 was Release Me by "Little Esther" Phillips, according to the music chart for the week December 31st and January 6th.

1. "Little Esther" Phillips - Release Me
2. Brook Benton - Hotel Happiness
3. Ray Charles - You Are My Sunshine
4. Mary Wells - Two Lovers
5. Elvis Presley With The Jordanaires - Return To Sender

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 2nd is Capricorn.

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Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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January 02, 1963: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 02, 1963 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 02, 1963 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 02, 1963 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 January 02, 1963 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 52% full, rising at 11:49 am and setting at 12:11 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 11, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Jan 09, 1963.

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Someone born on January 02, 1963 is:

63 years 3 months old,

or 759 months

or 3300 weeks and 1 day old,

or 23101 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 02, 1963?

There are 275 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday January 2nd 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 02, 1963?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 02, 1963.

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