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authorized the use of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan during World War II,
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widespread (in black and white format) and becomes the most popular means of advertising.
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Albert Einstein dies at the age of 76.
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Walt Disney's first theme park.
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John F. Kennedy beats Richard Nixon in the general election
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President John F. Kennedy is assassinatedwhile riding in an open convertible through Dallas.
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Former Vice President Nixon is elected
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landing, successfully lands on the moon
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Numerous aircraft hijackings took place, specifically, the Palestinian hijack of Air France Flight 139
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Soft drink giants Coke and Pepsi each run marketing campaigns using rock & roll and popular music stars to reach the young adult demographic.
