1960 (MCMLX) was a leap year starting on Friday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1960th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 960th year of the 2nd millennium, the …

Historical events from year 1960. Learn about 597 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1960 or search by date or keyword.

Sep 26, 2024 · Discover the most significant events of 1960, from world-changing political decisions to cultural milestones. Explore the key moments that shaped history during this pivotal year

May 25, 2010 · During his presidential campaign in 1960, John F. Kennedy had promised the most ambitious domestic agenda since the New Deal: the “New Frontier,” a package of laws and reforms …

What Happened in 1960? MAJOR EVENTS: John F. Kennedy elected President in narrow contest over Richard Nixon Soviet Union shoots down an American U-2 reconnaissance airplane over Soviet …

Sep 20, 2024 · Discover 29 fascinating facts about the year 1960, from historical events to cultural milestones that shaped the world.

November 8 – 1960 United States presidential election: In a close race, Democratic U. S. Senator John F. Kennedy is elected over Republican U.S. Vice President Richard M. Nixon, becoming (at 43) the …

What happened and who was famous in 1960? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1960.

Four black students from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical College begin a sit-in at a segregated Woolworth's lunch counter. Although they are refused service, they are allowed to stay at …

While the achievements of humans being launched into space, orbiting Earth, performing spacewalks, and walking on the Moon extended exploration, the Sixties are known as the "countercultural …