What happened this day in history May 9, 1961

What are the important events that happened on May 9, 1961? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.

May 9, 1961: Facts & Myths About This Day

May 9, 1961 is the 129th day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 236 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Tuesday.

Under the Julian calendar, this day is April 26, 1961 – a Tuesday. Both day of the week are the same but did you notice the difference with the Gregorian calendar?

Strange as it may, if we name this day after a polygon then it will be called ‘hectaicosaenneagon’ day.

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If a person born on this day saved a Nickel every day starting at age 3, then by now that person has accumulated $1,103.30. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)

Taurus is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Emerald is the modern birthstone for this month. Sapphire is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.

Ox is the mythical animal and Metal is the element for this person if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology.

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May 9, 1961 Historical Events

  • 1961
    Jim Gentile of the Baltimore Orioles becomes the first player in baseball history to hit grand slams in consecutive innings.

Who were born on May 9, 1961?

  • 1961
    Sean Altman, American singer (Rockapella)

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