1952
In honor of Kathleen's 68th birthday, it is important to note that this was the life expectancy age in 1952.
What is 68 years old. It is currently 79.
Fun Facts: When Kathy was born there were only 48 states.
True or False: There were a total of 3 Eclipses in 1971.
False. There were 5! 3 partial solar and 2 total lunar.
Fun Fact: The next total solar eclipse in the US will be April 8, 2024. Kathy will be 71 Years old.
1976 marked the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. How many signatures are there on the Declaration?
What is 56 signers.
Fun Facts: Ben Franklin was the oldest at 70
Edward Rutledge was the youngest at 26.
This Teacher in Space was aboard the Challenger when it exploded on Jan 28, 1986.
Who is Christa McAuliffe.
Fun Fact: Mar 8 US Navy divers find the crew compartment and all 7 bodies are still inside.
Grandson born in 2014
OWEN!!!!!
This president-elect followed through on an important campaign promise to visit Korea.
Who is Dwight Eisenhower.
Fun Fact: Harry Truman was president when Kathy was born.
This rapper, real name Calvin Broadus, was born in Long Beach, California.
Who is Snoop Dogg.
Fun Fact: Snoop is the man!!!
The 1976 Winter Olympics were held in this Austrian city
What is Innsbruck
Fun Fact: The games were supposed to be in Denver, but the city withdrew.
April 26 a nuclear fallout at the USSR held Ukrainian territory spreads radioactive fallout around the world.
Grandson born in 2016
HUDSON!!!!!
The Old Man and the Sea, an epic story of a battle between an aging, experienced fisherman, Santiago, and a large marlin was published in 1952 by this author.
Who is Earnest Hemingway
Fun Fact: The #1 song in 1952 was "Blue Tango" by Leroy Anderson
Although "Joy to the World" by Three Dog Night was the number 1 song in 1971, possibly the most famous song released in 1971 "Stairway to Heaven" by this UK quartet.
Who is Led Zeppelin
In Super Bowl 10 in Miami, Florida, the Dallas Cowboys were defeated 21-17 by this team.
Who are the Steelers.
Fun Fact: The Steelers were losing 10-7 entering the 4th quarter.
The Statue of Liberty celebrates its centennial in New York Harbor on Liberty Island. The SOL official given name was what?
"Liberty Enlightening the World" by Frédéric Bartholdi
Fun Fact: Before it was called Liberty Island, it was called Bedloes Island
Granddaughter born in 2017
ADDIE!!!!!
Kathy was born in Fort Benning located in Georgia. This Civil Rights activist was also born in Georgia in 1929.
Who is MLK Jr.
Other 1952 birthdays: Vladimir Putin, George Strait, Rosanne Barr, and Mr. T
The Academy Award for best picture went to a biopic of this WW2 General.
What is Patton
This company is formed by 2 Steves.....
This American Band had 2 top 10 hits in 1986 with "Broken Wings" and "Kyrie"
Mr. Mister
Fun Fact: The #1 song in 1986 was Thats What Friends are for" By Dionne Warwick and Friends.
Granddaughter born in 2018
WILLOW!!!!
The first Polio Vaccines were tested by this scientist in 1952. The subjects were resident children in institutions for the physically and intellectually disabled.
Who is Jonus Salk.
Fun Fact: Chad's pediatrician was part of Salk's research team.
This American criminal and cult leader was convicted of first degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
Who was Charles Manson
On Sept 3, 1976, the Viking2 space craft lands on this celestial body.
What is Mars.
Fun Fact: The Viking 2 was turned off in 1980 when the batteries failed.
Stefani Joanne Angelica Germanotta was born March 28, 1986. She is better known as who?
Who is Lady Gaga.
Kathy's 2 favorite dogs
Paxton and Tybee!!!!!