The 1960s

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    The 1960s

  • Lasers Invented

    Lasers Invented
    The first laser in the world was invented, bringing an advancement in technological fields.

  • First Man In Space

    First Man In Space
    Yuri Gagarin was sent into space on this day and became the first man in space and also declaring the defeat of America in the great Space Race.

  • 'The Pill'

    'The Pill'
    In 1961, the first birth control pill was realeased, and was given the term 'The Pill'. Women at that time, with the use of the pill found more sexual freedom but society disapproved with the pre-marital relationships.

  • 'Built In A Day'

    'Built In A Day'
    Although the wall wasn't actually bult in a day, the Berlin Wall definitely had a sudden impct on all civilians as they were suddenly barred from their families on the Eastern/Western provinces.

  • First person died crossing Berlin Wall

    First person died crossing Berlin Wall
    Ida Siekmann was the first of 98 people killed trying to escape the Berlin Wall.

  • Marilyn's Death

    Marilyn's Death
    Marilyn Monroe, one the mot famous actresses of her time, was found dead in her room, and later investigations determined that she had overdosed on a drug.

  • 'I Have A Dream'

    'I Have A Dream'
    Martin Luther King Jr, says his 'I Have A Dream' speech.

  • John F. Kennedy Assassinated

    John F. Kennedy Assassinated
    The U.S president John F. Kennedy was assassinated after two years as president.

  • Kenya becomes independant

    Kenya becomes independant
    On this day Kenya declared it's independant, and a year later the Independant Republic of Kenya was formed.

  • First Civil RIghts bill

    First Civil RIghts bill
    The first civil rights bill against racism was made effective on this day, having a major impact on the hatred against blacks.

  • Winston Churchill Death

    Winston Churchill Death
    Winston Churchill, a great leader during war times, passed away on this day. He led countries through tough times with his inspirational words and wise decisions.

  • Sound Of Music realeases

    Sound Of Music realeases
    The Sound of Music, highest grossing film of the 20th century, released on this day.

  • Death Of Walt Disney

    Death Of Walt Disney
    Walt Disney, the creator of the famous mickey mouse and another animated movies, dies due to a tumour in his left lung.

  • Man on the Moon

    Man on the Moon
    Neil Armstrong took the first step on the moon and took a huge step forward for mankind, technologically and as a celebration.

  • Sesame Street aired first show

    Sesame Street aired first show
    Sesame street is one of the most famous kids shows, and still runs today after 43 years, with improvements made over the years to suit the newer generations.