What happened on Monday July 11, 1960?

Here's what happened on July 11, 1960:

• French colonial independence On July 11, 1960, several French colonies in Africa gained independence, marking a significant shift in colonial power dynamics. This wave of independence movements was part of a broader decolonization trend across the continent. source: britannica.com
• Publication of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' Harper Lee's novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' was published on July 11, 1960. The book received critical acclaim and won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1961, becoming a classic of modern American literature and addressing serious themes such as racial injustice and moral growth. source: britannica.com
• Katanga Secession during Congo Crisis On July 11, 1960, Moïse Tshombe declared the mineral-rich Katanga province independent from the newly formed Democratic Republic of the Congo, leading to the Congo Crisis. source: britannica.com
• Katanga secession from the Democratic Republic of the Congo On July 11, 1960, the province of Katanga declared its independence from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This secession was led by Moïse Tshombe and was marked by significant political turmoil and conflict, drawing international attention and intervention. source: britannica.com
• Czechoslovakia's Constitution Czechoslovakia adopted a new constitution, further solidifying its political structure during the Cold War era.
• 28th MLB All-Star Game The National League defeated the American League 5-3 in the 28th Major League Baseball All-Star Game, held at Municipal Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.

Events in 1960

July 11, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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July 11, 1960 was a Monday and it was the 193rd day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 11, 1960 can also be written as 7/11/1960 in the US and as 11/7/1960 in UK and Europe.

July 11, 1960 in July 1960 calendar

Famous people born on July 11, 1960:

• Jafar Panahi

  Jafar Panahi is a prominent Iranian film director, screenwriter, and film editor known for his impactful and critically acclaimed works in the Iranian New Wave cinema movement. His films often explore social issues and have garnered international recognition, despite facing restrictions and censorship in his home country. [bio]

• Caroline Quentin

  British actress and comedian, best known for her iconic role as Dorothy in the popular sitcom "Men Behaving Badly" which aired from 1992 to...

Famous people born in 1960

Famous people born on July 11th

July 11, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 11, 1960 was Alley-Oop by Hollywood Argyles, according to the music chart for the week July 11th and July 17th.

1. Hollywood Argyles - Alley-Oop
2. Brenda Lee - I'm Sorry
3. Connie Francis - Everybody's Somebody's Fool
4. Duane Eddy - Because They're Young
5. The Fendermen - Mule Skinner Blues

July 11, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 11, 1960 was Good Timin' by Jimmy Jones, according to the music chart for the week July 11th and July 17th.

1. Jimmy Jones - Good Timin'
2. Cliff Richard - Please Don't Tease
3. Eddie Cochran - Three Steps To Heaven
4. Tommy Bruce & The Bruisers - Ain't Misbehavin'
5. Connie Francis - Mama / Robot Man

July 11, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 11, 1960 was There's Something On Your Mind (Part 2) by Bobby Marchan, according to the music chart for the week July 11th and July 17th.

1. Bobby Marchan - There's Something On Your Mind (Part 2)
2. Dinah Washington & Brook Benton - A Rockin' Good Way (To Mess Around And Fall In Love)
3. Hollywood Argyles - Alley-Oop
4. Etta James - All I Could Do Was Cry
5. Ray Charles and his Orchestra - Sticks And Stones

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 11th is Cancer.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 11, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 11, 1960 is Rat and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 11, 1960 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 11, 1960 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 July 11, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 80% full, rising at 09:53 pm and setting at 10:04 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 08, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Aug 07, 1960.

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Someone born on July 11, 1960 is:

65 years 10 months old,

or 790 months and 14 days old,

or 3437 weeks

or 24059 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 11, 1960?

There are 47 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday July 11th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 11, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on July 11, 1960.

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