What happened on Tuesday February 11, 1958?

Here's what happened on February 11, 1958:

• Egypt and Syria form United Arab Republic On February 11, 1958, Egypt and Syria officially united to form the United Arab Republic, a political union aimed at promoting Arab nationalism. This union was short-lived but significant in the context of Middle Eastern politics during the Cold War. It represented a moment of unity among Arab states against colonial influences. source: britannica.com
• Nepal's king announces democratic reforms On February 11, 1958, King Mahendra of Nepal announced a series of democratic reforms aimed at modernizing the political landscape of the country. This announcement was part of a broader movement towards democracy in Nepal, which had been under a feudal system. The reforms were significant in shaping Nepal's political future. source: britannica.com
• First African American female flight attendant On February 11, 1958, Ruth Carol Taylor became the first African American female flight attendant in the United States. Her hiring marked a significant milestone in the aviation industry and opened doors for future generations of women and minorities in the field. Taylor's achievement is celebrated as a step towards diversity and inclusion in aviation. source: history.com
• Strongest Recorded Solar Maximum The Great Red Aurora reached its peak of solar maximum activity, causing a powerful magnetic storm and creating a spectacular fan-shaped aurora visible across the sky.
• Domenico Modugno Wins Sanremo Festival Domenico Modugno, paired with Johnny Dorelli, won the 8th Sanremo Festival with the iconic song 'Volare', which would later become an international hit. Nilla Pizzi was the runner-up with 'L'edera'.
• WTVC TV Channel 9 Begins Broadcasting WTVC TV channel 9 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, began broadcasting as an ABC affiliate, expanding television coverage in the southeastern United States.
• Regina Marsikova - Czechoslovakian Tennis Star Regina Marsikova was noted as a prominent tennis player from Czechoslovakia during this period.

Events in 1958

February 11, 1958: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from February 1958

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February 11, 1958 was a Tuesday and it was the 42nd day of the year 1958 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 11, 1958 can also be written as 2/11/1958 in the US and as 11/2/1958 in UK and Europe.

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February 11, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 11, 1958 was At The Hop by Danny & The Juniors, according to the music chart for the week February 10th and February 16th.

1. Danny & The Juniors - At The Hop
2. The Silhouettes - Get A Job
3. Royal Teens - Short Shorts
4. Elvis Presley - Don't
5. Billy Vaughn and His Orchestra - Sail Along Silvery Moon

February 11, 1958: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 11, 1958 was The Story Of My Life by Michael Holliday, according to the music chart for the week February 10th and February 16th.

1. Michael Holliday - The Story Of My Life
2. Elvis Presley - Jailhouse Rock
3. Perry Como - Magic Moments
4. The Crickets - Oh Boy
5. Danny & The Juniors - At The Hop

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 11th is Aquarius.

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February 11, 1958: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 11, 1958 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 11, 1958 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 11, 1958 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 February 11, 1958 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 31% full, rising at 01:09 am and setting at 12:12 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 04, 1958 while the next full moon would come on Mar 05, 1958.

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Your place in the Universe on February 11, 1958

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Someone born on February 11, 1958 is:

68 years 3 months old,

or 819 months and 14 days old,

or 3562 weeks and 6 days old,

or 24940 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 11, 1958?

There are 263 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday February 11th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 11, 1958?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on February 11, 1958.

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