Today in history 67
1967!
Here are some of the notable events that occurred on this day:
- The Beatles release Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band: This iconic album, often regarded as one of the most influential in the history of popular music, was released on June 1, 1967.
- The first Super Bowl is played: The Green Bay Packers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 35-10 in the first-ever Super Bowl, held at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in California.
- The Six-Day War ends: The conflict between Israel and its Arab neighbors, which began on June 5, 1967, came to an end with the signing of a ceasefire agreement on June 10, 1967.
- The first ATM is installed: The first automated teller machine (ATM) was installed at Barclays Bank in Enfield, London, allowing customers to withdraw cash without the need for human assistance.
- The first episode of Star Trek airs: The classic science fiction television series, created by Gene Roddenberry, premiered on June 1, 1967, on NBC.
These are just a few of the many events that took place on this day in history.