What happened on Saturday December 31, 1966?

Here's what happened on December 31, 1966:

• ATS-1 satellite launch The ATS-1 satellite was launched on December 31, 1966, by NASA. It was the first in a series of experimental satellites designed to test new technologies for communication and weather observation. source: ntrs.nasa.gov
• Pirate Radio 390 Resumes Transmission Pirate Radio 390 (Radio Invicata), an offshore radio station broadcasting from England, resumed its transmissions, continuing the era of independent radio broadcasting.
• Toboggan Chutes Open in Cleveland Metroparks Toboggan Chutes began operation in Cleveland Metroparks, offering a new winter recreational activity for local residents and visitors.

Events in 1966

December 31, 1966: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from December 1966

Newspapers from Dec. 31, 1966

Your poster from December 31, 1966

December 31, 1966 was a Saturday and it was the 365th day of the year 1966 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 31, 1966 can also be written as 12/31/1966 in the US and as 31/12/1966 in UK and Europe.

December 31, 1966 in December 1966 calendar

Famous people born on December 31, 1966:

• Bruce Ramsay

  Bruce Ramsay is a Canadian actor, producer, writer, and director, best known for his performances in film, television, and stage productions. Active since the late 1980s, he has appeared in numerous notable works and is recognized for both his versatility and character-driven roles. [bio]

• Bennett Miller

  Award-winning American film director known for critically acclaimed movies like 'Capote', 'Moneyball', and 'Foxcatcher'.

Famous people born in 1966

Famous people born on December 31st

December 31, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 31, 1966 was I'm A Believer by The Monkees, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

1. The Monkees - I'm A Believer
2. The Royal Guardsmen - Snoopy Vs. The Red Baron
3. The New Vaudeville Band - Winchester Cathedral
4. Frank Sinatra - That's Life
5. Nancy Sinatra - Sugar Town

December 31, 1966: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 31, 1966 was I'm A Believer by The Monkees, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

1. The Monkees - I'm A Believer
2. Tom Jones - Green Green Grass Of Home
3. The Who - Happy Jack
4. The Seekers - Morningtown Ride
5. Donovan - Sunshine Superman

December 31, 1966: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 31, 1966 was (I Know) I'm Losing You by The Temptations, according to the music chart for the week December 26th and January 1st.

1. The Temptations - (I Know) I'm Losing You
2. Aaron Neville - Tell It Like It Is
3. The Supremes - You Keep Me Hangin' On
4. Gene Chandler - I Fooled You This Time
5. Stevie Wonder - A Place In The Sun

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 31st is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 31, 1966: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 31, 1966 is Horse and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 31, 1966 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 31, 1966 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 December 31, 1966 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 71% full, rising at 09:10 pm and setting at 10:59 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 27, 1966 while the next full moon would come on Jan 26, 1967.

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Your place in the Universe on December 31, 1966

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Someone born on December 31, 1966 is:

59 years 4 months old,

or 712 months and 25 days old,

or 3099 weeks and 2 days old,

or 21695 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 31, 1966?

There are 220 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday December 31st 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 31, 1966?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 31, 1966.

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