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What happened on Saturday February 17, 1962?

About February 17th, 1962, in brief:

  • Historical events: The North Sea flood of 1962 occurred on February 17, causing extensive damage in northern Europe, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands. High tides and storm surges led to significant flooding, resulting in loss of life and property.
  • Day of the week: February 17th, 1962 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • #1 US song: Duke Of Earl by Duke Of Earl (Gene Chandler)
  • #1 UK song: The Young Ones by Cliff Richard
  • Popular movie: To Kill a Mockingbird directed by Robert Mulligan

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February 17, 1962: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on February 17, 1962:

  • North Sea flood of 1962 The North Sea flood of 1962 occurred on February 17, causing extensive damage in northern Europe, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands. High tides and storm surges led to significant flooding, resulting in loss of life and property. source: bbc.com
  • Beach Boys introduce surf rock On February 17, 1962, the Beach Boys released their debut album, which helped popularize the surf rock genre. Their unique sound combined vocal harmonies with themes of surfing and youth culture, influencing music for years to come. source: britannica.com
  • Wilt Chamberlain scores 67 points against St. Louis Hawks On February 17, 1962, Wilt Chamberlain of the Philadelphia Warriors scored 67 points and grabbed 28 rebounds in a game against the St. Louis Hawks. Despite his performance, the Warriors lost the game. source: basketball-reference.com
  • Extreme Snowfall in South Dakota Southeastern South Dakota experienced an extraordinary winter storm, with snowfall ranging from 20 to 30 inches across the region. One location recorded an astonishing 44 inches of snow, creating severe winter conditions and significant disruption.
  • Alison Hargreaves Birth Alison Hargreaves, a renowned British mountaineer, was born. She would later become famous for her exceptional climbing achievements before tragically losing her life in the mountains in 1995.
  • Tony Blain's Cricket Career Tony Blain, a New Zealand Test cricket wicket-keeper, was notable in the sporting world during this period, representing his country in international cricket.

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February 17, 1962: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was February 17, 1962?


February 17, 1962 was a Saturday and it was the 48th day of the year 1962 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 17, 1962 can also be written as 2/17/1962 in the US and as 17/2/1962 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on February 17, 1962?


Famous people born on February 17, 1962:

  • Lou Diamond Phillips
    Lou Diamond Phillips

    Lou Diamond Phillips is an American actor and film director best known for his breakout role as Ritchie Valens in the biographical drama 'La Bamba' (1987), as well as numerous roles in film, television, and stage over a career spanning more than three decades. [bio]

  • Lou Phillips
    Lou Phillips

    Lou Diamond Phillips is an accomplished actor who portrayed Ritchie Valens in 'La Bamba', received Golden Globe and Tony Award nominations,...

  • Samuel Bayer
    Samuel Bayer

    Samuel Bayer is a renowned American music video director who has directed iconic videos for major artists across multiple genres.

  • Serge Brammertz
    Serge Brammertz
  • Alison Hargreaves
    Alison Hargreaves
  • Suzan DelBene
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February 17, 1962: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 17, 1962:

  • Bruno Walter
    Bruno Walter

    At 85, the new york philharmonic's symphony conductor has died.

  • Philippe Cattiau
    Philippe Cattiau
  • Mary Alice Blair
    Mary Alice Blair
  • Temistocle Bernardi
    Temistocle Bernardi

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February 17, 1962: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 17, 1962 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 12th and February 18th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

February 17, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 17, 1962 was Duke Of Earl by Duke Of Earl (Gene Chandler), according to the music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

  1. - Duke Of Earl youtube
  2. - Peppermint Twist - Part 1 youtube
  3. - The Twist youtube
  4. - Norman youtube
  5. - The Wanderer youtube

February 17, 1962: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 17, 1962 was The Young Ones by Cliff Richard, according to the music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

  1. - The Young Ones youtube
  2. - Can't Help Falling In Love / Rock-A-Hula Baby youtube
  3. - Let's Twist Again youtube
  4. - Forget Me Not youtube
  5. - Walk On By youtube

February 17, 1962: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 17, 1962 was Duke Of Earl by Gene Chandler, according to the music chart for the week February 12th and February 18th.

  1. - Duke Of Earl
  2. - I Know (You Don't Love Me No More) youtube
  3. - Lost Someone
  4. - The Twist youtube
  5. - Baby It's You
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February 17, 1962: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 17th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 17, 1962: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 17, 1962 is Tiger and the associated element is Water.

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February 17, 1962: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 17, 1962 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 17, 1962 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 17, 1962 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 03:56 pm and setting at 06:19 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 20, 1962 while the next full moon would come on Feb 19, 1962.

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How old is someone born on February 17, 1962?


Someone born on February 17, 1962 is:

64 years 3 months old,

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or 3353 weeks and 1 day old,

or 23472 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 17, 1962?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 17, 1962?

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