The United States and the 1960s

Kennedy Debates Nixon

Sep 26, 1960

This first televised debate in American History. More than 70 million Americans watched the debate.

Beatles arrive in the U.S.

Feb 7, 1964

Beatles arrive in N.Y. to 10,000 screaming fans.

Man Lands on the Moon!

Jul 20, 1969

First landing on the moon. Demonstrated the U.S. had a superior space program.