Sunday, 3rd January 1960 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! Explore 54 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings drizzly with temperatures between 6°C and 9°C. Tonight's moon is in its waning gibbous phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Capricorn. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Sunday, 3rd January in London, GB.
Sunday, 3rd January 1960 marked a date of historical significance across multiple continents. Two centuries earlier, in 1777, American Revolutionary forces commanded by George Washington achieved a decisive victory at the Battle of Princeton, a turning point in the fight for independence. More recently, on this same date in 1941, Australian and United Kingdom forces launched an assault on Italian positions at the Battle of Bardia in Egypt as part of Operation Compass, demonstrating the global nature of military conflict during the Second World War. These events underscore how 3rd January has witnessed pivotal moments that shaped nations and international relations.
London, the location referenced for this particular date, stands as one of Europe's most historically significant cities and a major global centre for finance, politics and culture. The capital of the United Kingdom has served as the backdrop for countless historical events and remains a focal point for international affairs.
On this date, London experienced drizzly weather conditions typical of winter months in the region. Astrologically, those born on 3rd January fall under the Capricorn zodiac sign, and the moon was in its waning gibbous phase, having passed its full illumination and beginning its descent towards the new moon. Manuel Noriega, the Panamanian strongman, would later surrender to American forces on this same calendar date in 1990, marking the end of a significant Cold War-era military operation.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 3rd January 1960
Boundaries expand quietly, without announcement or ceremony.
Fortune of the Day
3rd January in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality People born on January 3rd embody classic Capricorn traits: ambitious, thoughtful, and conscientious. They construct their lives on solid foundations and trust proven methods over impulse. Their reserved manner masks dry humor and profound emotional stability.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their greatest strengths are endurance, responsibility, and practical intelligence. They drive projects to completion reliably. Sometimes they seem overly serious or pessimistic; emotional spontaneity doesn't come naturally. Flexibility can be developed.
Love Those born on January 3rd seek reliable, long-term partnerships and express affection through actions rather than words. They build relationships patiently and steadily. Partners benefit from understanding their slower emotional pace.
Caree & Finance These individuals excel in leadership, administration, and planning roles. Their grasp of numbers and strategy leads to financial security. They prefer autonomy at work and reward themselves later for early investments.
Health January 3rd natives should avoid overwork and practice genuine relaxation. Regular movement and structured wind-down rituals strengthen bones and nerves. Mental relief through hobbies is essential for maintaining balance.
That night, the moon was in its waning gibbous phase.
Chinese year of the Pig (Earth).
Fun Facts About 3rd January
Name Days in Your Language: Gaynor, Geneva, Genevieve, Guenna, Jenifer, Jenna, Jennie, Jennifer, Jenny
Someone born on this day in 1960 would be 66 years old today — just 24,203 days into life, which is roughly 580,895 hours, 34,853,712 minutes, or 2,091,222,766 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 3. day of the year.
As this is a leap year, there are 363 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 53 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 3rd January
- Stewart Hosie, Scottish businessman and politician (1963)
- Aamer Malik, Pakistani cricketer (1963)
- Alex Wheatle, English author and playwright (died 2025) (1963)
- Darren Daulton, American baseball player (died 2017) (1962)
- Gavin Hastings, Scottish rugby player (1962)
- Russell Spence, English racing driver (1960)
- Dave Dobbyn, New Zealand singer-songwriter and producer (1957)
Lives Remembered on 3rd January
- Eric P. Kelly, American journalist, author, and academic (born 1884) (1960)
- Edwin Muir, Scottish poet, author, and translator (born 1887) (1959)
- Alexander Gretchaninov, Russian-American pianist and composer (born 1864) (1956)
- Dimitrios Vergos, Greek Olympian (born 1886) (1956)
- Joseph Wirth, German educator and politician, Chancellor of Germany (born 1879) (1956)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 3rd January
- Christian feast day: Daniel of Padua
- Christian feast day: Genevieve
- Christian feast day: Holy Name of Jesus
- Christian feast day: Kuriakose Elias Chavara (Syro-Malabar Catholic Church)
- Christian feast day: Pope Anterus
- Christian feast day: January 3 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Tamaseseri Festival (Hakozaki Shrine, Fukuoka, Japan)
- The tenth of the Twelve Days of Christmas (Western Christianity)
What Happened on 3rd January?
- Pope John XXIII excommunicates Fidel Castro. (1962)
- Cold War: After a series of economic retaliations against one another, the United States severs diplomatic relations with Cuba. (1961)
- The SL-1 nuclear reactor, near Idaho Falls, Idaho, is destroyed by a steam explosion in the only reactor incident in the United States to cause immediate fatalities. (1961)
- A protest by agricultural workers in Baixa de Cassanje, Portuguese Angola, turns into a revolt, opening the Angolan War of Independence, the first of the Portuguese Colonial Wars. (1961)
- Aero Flight 311 crashes into the forest in Kvevlax, Finland, killing 25 people. (1961)
- Alaska is admitted as the 49th U.S. state. (1959)
- The West Indies Federation is formed. (1958)
- The Hamilton Watch Company introduces the first electric watch. (1957)