Born in July 1962 - Zodiac Signs, Personality and Horoscopes

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July 1962 Tropical Ephemeris

What happened in July 1962

• July 1, 1962: Rwanda and Burundi gained independence, marking the end of Belgian colonial rule.
• July 2, 1962: Charles de Gaulle accepted Algerian independence, leading to the recognition of Algeria's sovereignty by the French government the following day.
• July 5, 1962: Algeria gained independence from France, ending 132 years of French colonial rule.
• July 6, 1962: The Late Late Show, hosted by Gay Byrne, premiered on RTÉ in Ireland. Byrne hosted the show for 37 years, making it the longest-running talk show hosted by a single individual worldwide.
• July 9, 1962: American artist Andy Warhol premiered his Campbell's Soup Cans exhibit in Los Angeles, showcasing his iconic pop art.
• July 10, 1962: AT&T's Telstar, the world's first commercial communications satellite, was launched into orbit and activated, enabling transatlantic communication.
• July 12, 1962: The Rolling Stones made their debut performance at London's Marquee Club, opening for Long John Baldry, marking the beginning of their iconic career.
• July 13, 1962: In an event dubbed "the Night of the Long Knives", UK Prime Minister Harold Macmillan dismissed one-third of his Cabinet, resulting in a significant reshuffle of the government.
• July 14, 1962: Norma Nolan of Argentina was crowned Miss Universe 1962, representing her country on the global stage.
• July 17, 1962: The "Small Boy" test shot Little Feller I became the last atmospheric test detonation at the Nevada Test Site, marking a significant step towards the end of atmospheric nuclear testing.
• July 19, 1962: The first annual Swiss & Wielder Hoop and Stick Tournament was held, showcasing a unique and entertaining sport.
• July 20, 1962: France and Tunisia reestablished diplomatic relations, improving bilateral ties and cooperation between the two nations.
• July 22, 1962: The Mariner 1 spacecraft experienced erratic behavior shortly after launch and had to be destroyed, resulting in the failure of the mission.
• July 23, 1962: Telstar relayed the first live trans-Atlantic television signal, demonstrating the potential of satellite technology for global communication.
• July 25, 1962: The United States Army formed its first armed helicopter company in Okinawa, Japan, enhancing its military capabilities and versatility.
• July 31, 1962: Algeria proclaimed independence, with Ahmed Ben Bella becoming its first President, marking a new era of self-governance.