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The 60's Datebook for August 13

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In 1960, The first two-way telephone conversation by satellite took place with the help of Echo One, a balloon satellite.

In 1961, The East German government closed the border between the east and the west sections of Berlin with barbed wire fence to discourage further population movement to the west. Two days later, work began on the Berlin Wall. Twenty-eight years later, in 1989, the Berlin Wall was dismantled.

In 1964, R.C., “Do Wah Diddy Diddy” by Manfred Mann peaked at number one on the United Kingdom pop singles chart.

In 1965, The Beatlesʹ “Help! Original Soundtrack” album was released in the U.S.

In 1966, On the cover of TV Guide: “cast of F Troop: Melody Patterson (Wrangler Jane) and Larry Storch (Corporal Agarn)”. Other Articles: TV Game Shows, Fess Parker

In 1966, R.C., “Lady Jane” by The Rolling Stones peaked at #24 on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “Mothers Little Helper” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number eight on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “Summer In The City” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number one on the pop singles chart.

In 1966, R.C., “Theyʹre Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Haaa!” by Napoleon XIV peaked at number three on the pop singles chart. It is still a demented classic today.

In 1968, On Dark Shadows, Adam (Robert Rodan) vowed to kill Victoria, the woman Barnabas loved, unless Barnabas (Jonathan Frid) made someone for him to love.

In 1967, "Bonnie and Clyde" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.

U.S. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉 “I Put A Spell On You” by Alan Price Set peaked at number 80 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, 😉 “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini” by Brian Hyland peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, 😉🤣 “Bad Man's Blunder” by The Kingston Trio peaked at number 37 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, 😉🤣 “Sergeant Preston Of The Yukon” by Ray Stevens peaked at number 108 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, 😉🤣 “They're Coming To Take Me Away, Ha-Haaaa!” by Napoleon XIV peaked at number 3 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, 🤔 “Cool Water” by Jack Scott peaked at number 85 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “(You Make Me Feel) So Good” by The McCoys peaked at number 53 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Far Far Away” by Don Gibson peaked at number 72 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Feels So Fine” by Johnny Preston peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Happy Shade Of Blue” by Freddy Cannon peaked at number 83 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Heartbreak (It's Hurtin' Me)” by Jon Thomas and His Orchestra peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Believe I'm Gonna Make It” by Joe Tex peaked at number 67 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “I've Been Loved Before” by Shirley and Lee peaked at number 88 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Is There Any Chance” by Marty Robbins peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lady Jane” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 24 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Mio Amore” by The Flamingos peaked at number 74 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Mother's Little Helper” by The Rolling Stones peaked at number 8 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “My Tani” by The Brothers Four peaked at number 50 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Night Train” by The Viscounts peaked at number 82 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Over Under Sideways Down” by The Yardbirds peaked at number 13 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Question” by Lloyd Price peaked at number 19 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Searching For My Love” by Bobby Moore and The Rhythm Aces peaked at number 27 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “She's Mine” by Conway Twitty peaked at number 98 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Somewhere, My Love (Lara's Theme)” by Ray Conniff Singers peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Sticks and Stones” by Ray Charles peaked at number 40 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Summer In The City” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Swingin' Down The Lane” by Jerry Wallace peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “This Door Swings Both Ways” by Herman's Hermits peaked at number 12 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Your Good Thing (Is About To End)” by Mable John peaked at number 95 on the U.S. pop singles chart.

Canada 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, 😉 “Wild Thing” by The Troggs peaked at number 2 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Baby It's All Worthwhile” by Dee and Yeomen peaked at number 19 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Brainwashed” by David Clayton-Thomas peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Clock On The Wall” by The Guess Who peaked at number 16 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Friday's Child” by Nancy Sinatra peaked at number 37 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Hideaway” by Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich peaked at number 69 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Can't Explain” by King Beezz peaked at number 20 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Saw Her Again (Last Night)” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1960, “It's Now Or Never / A Mess Of Blues” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lonely Soldier” by Mike Williams peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Love Letters” by Elvis Presley peaked at number 29 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Stop! Get A Ticket” by Clefs Of Lavender Hill peaked at number 66 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1960, “The Blamers” by Les Vogt peaked at number 4 on the Canada pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Whole Lot Of Shakin' In My Heart” by The Miracles peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.

U.K. 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1966, “I Love How You Love Me” by Paul and Barry Ryan peaked at number 21 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “I Want You” by Bob Dylan peaked at number 16 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Is A Bluebird Blue” by Conway Twitty peaked at number 44 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Papa Loves Mama” by Joan Regan peaked at number 29 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Shakin' All Over” by Johnny Kidd and The Pirates peaked at number 1 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Step By Step” by Steve Perry peaked at number 41 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1966, “The More I See You” by Chris Montez peaked at number 3 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Walking The Floor Over You” by Pat Boone peaked at number 39 on the U.K. pop singles chart.

Australian 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1960, “Just A Closer Walk With Thee” by Jimmie Rodgers peaked at number 1 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lara's Theme” by The MGM Singing Strings peaked at number 18 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Over Under Sideways Down” by The Yardbirds peaked at number 12 on the Australian pop singles chart.

In 1960, “When Will I Be Loved / Be Bop A-Lula” by The Everly Brothers peaked at number 3 on the Australian pop singles chart.

Netherlands 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1960, “Cradle Of Love” by Johnny Preston peaked at number 19 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Kom van dat dak af” by Peter en zijn Rockets peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Lady Jane” by David Garrick peaked at number 6 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Mustapha” by Bob Azzam et Eddy Barclay peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Oh Oh What A Kiss” by Micky Day peaked at number 11 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.

Norway 1960's Decade Pop Singles Chart Peaks

In 1960, “Alle venter på sommer” by Elisabeth Grannemann peaked at number 6 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind?” by The Lovin' Spoonful peaked at number 2 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Good Timin'” by Jimmy Jones peaked at number 4 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1966, “Strangers In The Night” by Frank Sinatra peaked at number 5 on the Norway pop singles chart.

In 1960, “Three Steps To Heaven” by Eddie Cochran peaked at number 7 on the Norway pop singles chart.

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