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John F. Kennedy moves into the White House
John Kennedy is also sworn is as president. -
Four Corners first program
The ABC show 'Four Corners' airs its first program on the 19th August. -
First man to orbit the Earth
John Glenn became the first man to orbit earth within space. -
Martin Luther King Jr. speech
Martin Luther King Jr. gave out a speech 'I have a dream' to over 200 000 peaceful demonstrators -
Assassination of JFK
John F. Kennedy was assassinated by an unknown assailant -
Muhammad Ali becomes the champion of the heavyweight division
Muhammad Ali becomes the world champion in boxing, under the 'heavyweight' division. -
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Vietnam War
In this period of time, Australia and America provided aid to Vietnam and fought within the war -
Death of Walt Disney
Walt Disney, the famous creator of the Disney franchise, died. -
Referendum for Aborignes
Aborignes were now able to be apart of the population, as well as be recognised as citizens. -
Martin Luther King Jr. Assassinated
The man responsible for the civil rights movement was assassinated on the 4th April, 1968.