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- U.S. Timeline, 1960-1969 - America's Best HistoryFebruary 15, 1961 - The entire United States figure skating team is killed in a plane crash near Brussels, Belgium on their journey to the World Championships. Seventy-three people are killed. April 17, 1961 - The Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba is repulsed by Cuban forces in an attempt by Cuban exiles under the direction of the United States ...
- Historical Events in 1961 - On This DayHistorical events from year 1961. Learn about 580 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1961 or search by date or keyword.
- 1961 - Wikipedia1961 was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1961st year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 961st year of the 2nd millennium, the 61st year of the 20th century, and the 2nd year of the 1960s decade.
- 1961: what happened that year? | Takemeback.toIn 1961, John F. Kennedy was named by TIME magazine as Person of the Year. Kennedy was inaugurated as President of the United States in 1961, ordering the failed invasion of Cuba by U.S.-trained Cuban exiles. Discover 1961 Nobel Prize Winners.
- Major Events of 1961 - Historical Moments That Defined the YearDiscover what the world looked like in 1961: Discover the most significant events of 1961, from world-changing political decisions to cultural milestones. Explore the key moments that shaped history during this pivotal year.
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