1966 was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1966th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 966th year of the 2nd millennium, …

Jul 23, 2015 · What happened and who was famous in 1966? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1966.

Nov 5, 2016 · What happened in the year 1966 in history? Famous historical events that shook and changed the world. Discover events in 1966.

Discover what 1966 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 1966, 1966 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 1966, how old is someone born in 1966 and what Chinese …

On February 3, 1966, the Soviet Union accomplishes the first controlled landing on the moon, when the unmanned spacecraft Lunik 9 touches down on the Ocean of Storms. After its soft …

Jul 15, 2017 · 1966 Pop Culture Facts & History. James Faria and Robert Wright of Monsanto Industries invented AstroTurf in 1965. In 1966, it was first used in Houston’s Astro Dome. …

Jan 4, 2025 · 1966 was a pivotal year in American history, marked by significant events that shaped the country’s politics, culture, and society. The year saw the launch of the Gemini 8 …

Nov 26, 2020 · Extensive timeline lists important events in 1966 including England world cup win, the ongoing Vietnam War and the death of Walt Disney.

1966 (MCMLXVI) was a common year starting on Saturday in the Gregorian calendar. January 8 – Shindig! airs for the last time on ABC, with musical guests the Kinks and the Who. January …

This is a list of notable events that took place in 1966 in the United States. January 2 – 1966 New York City transit strike: A wildcat strike by public transportation workers in New York City, led …