What happened on Wednesday September 06, 1961?

Here's what happened on September 06, 1961:

• Soviet Union conducts high-altitude nuclear test at Kapustin Yar On September 6, 1961, the Soviet Union conducted a high-altitude nuclear test, known as Test No. 88, at Kapustin Yar, a military test range in Astrakhan. The test involved launching a nuclear warhead atop a R-5M rocket, which detonated at an altitude of 22.7 kilometers, releasing an estimated yield of 10.5 kilotons. This test was part of the Soviet Union's efforts to develop anti-ballistic missile systems and study the effects of nuclear explosions at high altitudes. source: futurescience.com
• Afghanistan severs diplomatic relations with Pakistan On September 6, 1961, Afghanistan formally severed diplomatic relations with Pakistan. This decision was influenced by ongoing border disputes and Afghanistan's support for Pashtunistan, a proposed independent state for Pashtun people straddling the Afghan-Pakistani border. The diplomatic rupture led to the withdrawal of ambassadors and a halt in trade and economic aid between the two nations. source: en.wikipedia.org

Events in 1961

September 06, 1961: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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September 06, 1961 was a Wednesday and it was the 249th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 06, 1961 can also be written as 9/6/1961 in the US and as 6/9/1961 in UK and Europe.

September 06, 1961 in September 1961 calendar

Famous people born on September 06, 1961:

• Simon Reeve

  Simon Reeve is a British author, television presenter, and journalist best known for his travel documentaries for the BBC, where he explores global destinations, often highlighting political, environmental, and social issues. [bio]

• Scott Travis

  Professional rock drummer known for his work with legendary heavy metal bands Judas Priest, Racer X, and Animetal USA.

• Paul Waaktaar-Savoy

  Norwegian musician, singer-songwriter, and guitarist, founding member of the internationally acclaimed pop band A-ha and the group Savoy.

Famous people born in 1961

Famous people born on September 6th

September 06, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 06, 1961 was Michael by The Highwaymen, according to the music chart for the week September 4th and September 10th.

1. The Highwaymen - Michael
2. Joe Dowell - Wooden Heart
3. Bobby Lewis - Tossin' And Turnin'
4. Ral Donner - You Don't Know What You've Got (Until You Lose It)
5. Gary (U.S.) Bonds - School Is Out

September 06, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 06, 1961 was Johnny Remember Me by John Leyton, according to the music chart for the week September 4th and September 10th.

1. John Leyton - Johnny Remember Me
2. Shirley Bassey - Reach For The Stars / Climb Ev'ry Mountain
3. Helen Shapiro - You Don't Know
4. Eden Kane - Well I Ask You
5. Billy Fury - Halfway To Paradise

September 06, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 06, 1961 was Tossin' And Turnin' by Bobby Lewis, according to the music chart for the week September 4th and September 10th.

1. Bobby Lewis - Tossin' And Turnin'
2. Mar-Keys - Last Night
3. The Jive Five With Joe Rene And Orchestra - My True Story
4. Bobby Bland - Don't Cry No More
5. Freddy King - San-Ho-Zay

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 6th is Virgo.

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September 06, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 06, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 06, 1961 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 06, 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 September 06, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 03:07 am and setting at 06:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 26, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Sep 24, 1961.

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Someone born on September 06, 1961 is:

64 years 8 months old,

or 776 months and 18 days old,

or 3376 weeks and 4 days old,

or 23636 days old,

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There are 105 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday September 6th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 06, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on September 06, 1961.

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