Today in history 65
1965!
Here are some of the significant events that occurred on this day:
- The Beatles release "Yesterday": On August 6, 1965, The Beatles released "Yesterday" as a single, which would go on to become one of the most covered songs in history.
- The Voting Rights Act is signed: On August 6, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act, which aimed to protect the voting rights of African Americans and other minority groups.
- The first McDonald's in Japan opens: On August 6, 1965, the first McDonald's restaurant in Japan opened in Tokyo, marking the beginning of the fast-food chain's global expansion.
- The Gemini 5 spacecraft is launched: On August 21, 1965, NASA launched the Gemini 5 spacecraft, which carried astronauts Gordon Cooper and Charles "Pete" Conrad on a four-day mission to test the capabilities of the Gemini spacecraft.
- The first issue of Rolling Stone magazine is published: On November 9, 1965, the first issue of Rolling Stone magazine was published, featuring a cover story on John Lennon and a photo of Bob Dylan on the back cover.
These are just a few of the many events that took place in 1965. It was a pivotal year for music, politics, and technology, and many of the developments that occurred during this time continue to shape our world today.