What happened on Saturday January 16, 1960?

Here's what happened on January 16, 1960:

• Cameroon gains independence from France On January 16, 1960, Cameroon declared its independence from France, marking a significant milestone in the country's history. This event led to the establishment of the Republic of Cameroon. source: britannica.com
• Gordie Howe becomes NHL's all-time leading scorer On January 16, 1960, Gordie Howe surpassed Maurice Richard to become the NHL's all-time leading scorer. In a 3-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks, Howe achieved this milestone with a goal and an assist, bringing his career points total to 947. source: nhltraderumor.com

Events in 1960

January 16, 1960: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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January 16, 1960 was a Saturday and it was the 16th day of the year 1960 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 16, 1960 can also be written as 1/16/1960 in the US and as 16/1/1960 in UK and Europe.

January 16, 1960 in January 1960 calendar

Famous people born on January 16, 1960:

• Marco Furlan

  Italian serial killer who, together with Wolfgang Abel, committed multiple violent crimes including arson attacks on rehabilitation centers,...

• Luis de Guindos

  Spanish politician who served as Minister of Economy and later became Vice President of the European Central Bank, playing a significant...

• Roland Marchisio

Famous people born in 1960

Famous people born on January 16th

Famous people died on January 16, 1960:

• Gian Orlando Vassallo
• Guido Barbarisi

Famous people who died in 1960

Famous people who died on January 16th

January 16, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on January 16, 1960 was El Paso by Marty Robbins, according to the music chart for the week January 11th and January 17th.

1. Marty Robbins - El Paso
2. Frankie Avalon - Why
3. Freddie Cannon - Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
4. Johnny Preston - Running Bear
5. Miss Toni Fisher - The Big Hurt

January 16, 1960: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on January 16, 1960 was What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For? by Emile Ford & The Checkmates, according to the music chart for the week January 11th and January 17th.

1. Emile Ford & The Checkmates - What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For?
2. Adam Faith - What Do You Want?
3. Neil Sedaka - Oh Carol
4. Michael Holliday - Starry Eyed
5. Avons - Seven Little Girls Sitting In The Back Seat

January 16, 1960: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on January 16, 1960 was Smokie - Part 2 by Bill Black's Combo, according to the music chart for the week January 11th and January 17th.

1. Bill Black's Combo - Smokie - Part 2
2. Lloyd Price and His Orchestra - Come Into My Heart
3. Fats Domino - Be My Guest
4. Bobby Bland - I'll Take Care Of You
5. The Spacemen - The Clouds

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 16th 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 16, 1960: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 16, 1960 is Pig and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on January 16, 1960 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 16, 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 January 16, 1960 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 87% full, rising at 07:48 pm and setting at 09:10 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 13, 1960 while the next full moon would come on Feb 12, 1960.

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Someone born on January 16, 1960 is:

66 years 4 months old,

or 796 months and 9 days old,

or 3462 weeks and 2 days old,

or 24236 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 16, 1960?

There are 236 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday January 16th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 16, 1960?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 16, 1960.

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