African Mission Begins
Begins an international mission on behalf of the liberation movement.
Historical events in 1962
1,050 historical records
January 196222 historical events
Secret Departure from South Africa
Leaves South Africa secretly for military training and political support.
USAID Aid Talks
Receives USAID administrator Fowler Hamilton for discussions on American economic assistance and development policy.
Chopper
US helicopters ferry 1,000 South Vietnamese soldiers to sweep an NFL stroghold
International Rescue Committee Request
Lee asked the International Rescue Committee for $800 to finance travel from Moscow to Texas for himself and Marina.
Farm Gate
Farm Gate aircraft fly their 1st combat mission
Foreign Policy Statement at Paris
Makes a speech excluding Great Britain from the Common Market
Scientific Directorate Announcement
McCone announced that CIA would establish a new directorate focused on research and development to strengthen technical intelligence capabilities.
Constitutional Reform
al-Bakhit participates in constitutional reform connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.
Intelligence Community Coordination Mandate
President Kennedy directed McCone to concentrate on coordinating the entire foreign intelligence community while delegating more detailed CIA administration.
Senate Confirmation Hearing
McCone appeared before the Senate Armed Services Committee during consideration of his nomination as Director of Central Intelligence.
Smallpox Debate
Answers extensive parliamentary questions during a smallpox outbreak and discusses vaccination and public-health measures.
Beatles Management
Signs a management contract with the Beatles.
Provisional President Takes Office
Cordon Cea becomes provisional President before new elections
Birth of Abdullah II
Birth of Abdullah II
John Connally Discharge Appeal Letter
Lee wrote John Connally asking for help overturning his Marine discharge, mistakenly believing Connally remained Secretary of the Navy.
Senate Confirmation
The United States Senate confirmed McCone as Director of Central Intelligence after debate over his appointment and the CIA oversight relationship.
Beatles, The
The Beatles fail an audition at Decca
Beatles, The
The Beatles fail an audition at Decca
Beatles, The
The Beatles fail an audition at Decca
Common Agricultural Policy Launch
Serves as president as Italy enters the first operational phase of the Common Agricultural Policy.
Common Agricultural Policy Launch
Heads the Italian government as the EEC begins implementing the Common Agricultural Policy.
February 196231 historical events
Operation Ranchand
Bombing trails used by the Viet Cong, 6 million acres treated with herbicides by 1971
Cold War
In response to the Cuban alignment with the Soviet Union during the Cold War, President John F. Kennedy extended measures by Executive Order, widening the scope of the trade restrictions
Economy of Cuba
In response to the Cuban alignment with the Soviet Union during the Cold War, President John F. Kennedy extended measures by Executive Order, widening the scope of the trade restrictions
Sanctions
In response to the Cuban alignment with the Soviet Union during the Cold War, President John F. Kennedy extended measures by Executive Order, widening the scope of the trade restrictions
Cold War
In response to the Cuban alignment with the Soviet Union during the Cold War, President John F. Kennedy extended measures by Executive Order, widening the scope of the trade restrictions
Sanctions
In response to the Cuban alignment with the Soviet Union during the Cold War, President John F. Kennedy extended measures by Executive Order, widening the scope of the trade restrictions
Trade Relations at Geneva
In response to the Cuban alignment with the Soviet Union during the Cold War, President John F. Kennedy extended measures by Executive Order, widening the scope of the trade restrictions
Economy of Cuba
The US imposes an embargo against Cuba
Embargo
The US imposes an embargo against Cuba
Trade Embargo
The US imposes an embargo against Cuba
MACV Formation
Becomes first commander of Military Assistance Command Vietnam
MACV Established
Establishes Military Assistance Command Vietnam
Final Premiership Ends
Ends his final prime ministerial term
President of Austria
Appointed President of the National Council
Birth of June Lee Oswald
Lee became a father when Marina gave birth to their daughter June Lee in Minsk on February 15, 1962.
Deputy Directorate for Research Notice
CIA issued the headquarters notice establishing the Deputy Directorate for Research, placing important technical collection programs within the new organization.
Scoville Appointed Research Deputy
McCone appointed Herbert Scoville to lead the new Deputy Directorate for Research and concentrate CIA's emerging scientific and technical work.
1st Orbit of the Earth
Orbits the Earth 3 times & returns safely
Space Race
States on TV that in space America must "be in a position 2nd to none"
Space Race
Appears on US TV & states that in space America must "be in a position 2nd to none"
Space Race
States on TV that in space America must "be in a position 2nd to none"
1st Orbit of the Earth
John Glenn becomes the first American to circle the Earth, making three orbits in his Friendship 7 Mercury spacecraft
Friendship 7 Mercury
John Glenn becomes the first American to circle the Earth, making three orbits in his Friendship 7 Mercury spacecraft
Furnell Joins Goalkeeping Department
Goalkeeper Jim Furnell arrived from Burnley in February 1962, adding competition and experience as Liverpool approached promotion.
Oberhausen Manifesto
Young filmmakers issue the Oberhausen Manifesto declaring the old cinema dead.
Third General Election
The third Lok Sabha election again returns a Congress majority, continuing Jawaharlal Nehru's premiership.
Reform of Government
Announces self-Government for Transkei, to show races can have self-development
Rule of Transkei
Announces self-Government for Transkei, to show races can have self-development
African Diplomatic Campaign
Builds diplomatic backing for the South African liberation struggle.
Pan-African Conference Mission
Addresses African leaders while seeking support for the ANC.
Carlos Marcello Flight Allegation
The HSCA noted an unconfirmed Border Patrol report alleging that Ferrie flew Carlos Marcello back to the United States in 1962; Marcello denied that account.
March 196232 historical events
Constitution of Pakistan
Ayub Khan promulgates Pakistan's second Constitution, establishing a presidential system.
President of Myanmar
Appointed President of Burma
Coup Takes Power
Ne Win seizes power and becomes head of state and government
Deposed in Coup
Win Maung is removed when Ne Win seizes power
Deposed in Coup
U Nu is overthrown and detained during Ne Win's coup
Coup
Seizes power from U Nu
Government Chairman
Ne Win chairs the Revolutionary Government after abolishing parliamentary rule
Constitution of Algeria
1st Prime Minister of Algeria
Prime Minister of Algeria
Appointed Prime Minister of Algeria
Peace
7-18 March, a cease-fire is negotiated between the French & Algerian rebel leaders
National Economic Development Council
Government, employers and unions begin coordinated discussions through the National Economic Development Council.
ORI National Directorate
Guevara becomes a member of the national leadership of the Integrated Revolutionary Organizations.
Election
The Liberals win a Conservative seat overturning a majority of 14,760
Member of Parliament
Transforms a Conservative majority of 14,760 into a 7,855 Liberal majority. The Liberal swing leads to phrase "Orpington man"
Marina Visa Approval Notice
Lee received notice that immigration authorities had approved Marina's application for a United States visa.
Man In Space Soonest
Named as one of six pilot-engineers who would fly the space plane when it got off the design board
Accords of Evian
Signed by France and the Front de Liberation nationale, ends the war in Algeria with a formal cease-fire proclaimed for March 19, and formalizing the idea of cooperative exchange between the two countries
Accords of Evian
Signed by France and the Front de Liberation nationale, ends the war in Algeria with a formal cease-fire proclaimed for March 19, and formalizing the idea of cooperative exchange between the two countries
La Liga Championship
Guides Real Madrid to the Spanish league championship during the 1961-62 season.
Bob Dylan Album
The first Columbia album mixes folk, blues, gospel and two originals.
Bob Dylan
Releases his debut Columbia album Bob Dylan.
Song to Woody
Includes Song to Woody on his debut album.
Comedy
Corbett appears in "The Offer", an episode of the BBCs anthology series of one-off comedy plays, Comedy Playhouse, written by Galton and Simpson
Sunrise
An operation to corral peasants into armed stockades & seal them off from the Vietcong. 50 hamlets are infiltrated & taken over by Viet Cong who kill village leaders
National Liberation Front of Angola (FNLA)
Roberto establishes the Revolutionary Government of Angola in Exile, appointing Savimbi to the position of Foreign Minister
Revolutionary Government
Roberto establishes the Revolutionary Government of Angola in Exile, appointing Savimbi to the position of Foreign Minister
Revolutionary Government
Roberto establishes the Revolutionary Government of Angola in Exile, appointing Savimbi to the position of Foreign Minister
Foreign Policy
al-Bakhit participates in foreign policy connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.
President of Argentina
Appointed President of Argentina after the overthrow of Arturo Frondizi
Party Organizer
Appointedarty Organizer of a Territorial Production Association
Oswald Visa
Marina recieves her entrance visa into the USA
Sunrise
Diem orders bombing raids against suspected Viet Cong-controlled hamlets
April 196213 historical events
Accords of Evian
The Evian Accords are overwhelmingly accepted in a French referendum
Independence of Algeria
The Evian Accords are overwhelmingly accepted in a French referendum
Independence of France
The Evian Accords are overwhelmingly accepted in a French referendum
Referendum
The Evian Accords are overwhelmingly accepted in a French referendum
Beatles, The
Stuart Sutcliffe dies of a brain hemorrhage
Death of Stuart Sutcliffe
The Beatles return to Hamburg to play at the Star-Club, but they learn that Stuart Sutcliffe had died a few hours before they arrived, this was another shock for Lennon, after losing Uncle George and Julia
Prime Minister
Takes office as Prime Minister of Finland and forms a government in Helsinki.
Government Ends
His government ends in Helsinki, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Finland.
CBS
Cronkite succeeds Douglas Edward's as anchorman of the CBS Evening News, a job in which he became an American icon
African Agricultural Cooperation
Taiwan begins agricultural and economic cooperation programs with eleven African countries as part of the government’s diplomatic strategy.
Liverpool Return to First Division
Shankly completed the rebuilding of Liverpool by leading the club out of the Second Division in 1962, restoring top-flight status after eight seasons outside the elite.
Nationalization
The military government announces socialist policies leading to extensive nationalization of trade and industry
Death of John Winston Lennon
The Beatles return to Hamburg to play at the Star-Club, but they learn that Stuart Sutcliffe had died a few hours before they arrived, this was another shock for Lennon, after losing Uncle George and Julia
May 196248 historical events
Jazz News Advertisement
Places a Jazz News advertisement seeking musicians for a new rhythm and blues group.
Jazz News Advertisement
Responds to Brian Jones's advertisement and becomes the Stones's first pianist.
Hospital Administration Address
Addresses hospital administrators on efficiency, planning and the use of resources within the National Health Service.
Carupano Uprising
Rebel military officers launched an unsuccessful uprising against the constitutional government at Carupano.
Smith Scores in 1962 FA Cup Final
Smith scored Tottenham's second goal against Burnley as the club retained the FA Cup with Jimmy Greaves also on target.
Blanchflower Wembley Penalty Against Burnley
Blanchflower converted Tottenham's penalty as Spurs defeated Burnley 3-1 in the FA Cup final alongside striker Jimmy Greaves.
Governor-General Appointed
Becomes the first Sierra Leonean Governor-General
Beatles, The
The Beatles finally sign a record contract with Parlophone Records after having been turned down by many labels
Parlaphone Records
The Beatles finally sign a record contract with Parlophone Records after having been turned down by many labels
Parlophone Records
The Beatles finally sign a record contract with Parlophone Records after having been turned down by many labels
Beatles, The
The Beatles finally sign a record contract with Parlophone Records after having been turned down by many labels
Parlaphone Records
The Beatles finally sign a record contract with Parlophone Records after having been turned down by many labels
Beatles, The
The Beatles finally sign a record contract with Parlophone Records after having been turned down by many labels
Parlaphone Records
The Beatles finally sign a record contract with Parlophone Records after having been turned down by many labels
Cup Winners Cup Final Goal
Scores Atletico Madrid's goal in the 1-1 Cup Winners' Cup final draw with Fiorentina.
Cup Winners Cup Final Equaliser
Scores Fiorentina's equaliser in the Cup Winners' Cup final against Atletico Madrid.
President of Italy
Appointed President of Italy
Government
Orders the 7th Fleet to Indochina after Pathet Lao overuns most of Northern Laos
Invasion of Laos
Orders the 7th Fleet to Indochina after Pathet Lao overuns most of Northern Laos
President of India
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan takes office as the second President of India.
Cuban Revolution Influence Speech
Guevara speaks on the influence of the Cuban Revolution in Latin America.
Belorussian Factory Departure
At his request, Lee left his job at the Belorussian Radio and Television Factory as the family's departure plans neared completion.
Debut
Moore was uncapped as he flew to South America with the rest of the squad, but made his debut on 20 May 1962 in Englands final pre-tournament friendly - a 4-0 win over Peru in Lima
Pre-World Cup England Debut
was uncapped as he flew to South America with the rest of the squad, but made his debut on 20 May 1962 in Englands final pre-tournament friendly - a 4-0 win over Peru in Lima.
World Cup Quarter-Final Run
Proved so impressive that Moore stays in the team for the whole of Englands participation in the World Cup, which ended in defeat by eventual winners Brazil in the quarter finals at Vica del Mar. Moore.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro discussed the Soviet proposal to deploy strategic missiles as protection against another American-backed attempt to overthrow his government.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev discussed placing Soviet nuclear missiles in Cuba as a means of strengthening the island's defense and Soviet strategic leverage.
Soviet Exit Visa Collected
Lee collected his Soviet exit visa on May 22 and prepared to travel with Marina and June to Moscow.
Moscow Final Emigration Papers
Lee and Marina completed documents at the American Embassy in Moscow, where Marina received her United States visa.
Aurora 7 Mercury
Carpenter pilots Aurora 7 on a three-orbit Project Mercury mission that confirms the success of America's first orbital flight.
Death Sentence Upheld
The lower court conviction and death sentence are upheld.
Supreme Court Appeal Rejected
Israel's Supreme Court rejects his appeal.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro accepted the strategic deployment in principle after Soviet representatives presented the plan as a defense of Cuba.
Opening World Cup Goal Against Mexico
Pelé scored against Mexico in Brazil's first match of the 1962 World Cup before injury curtailed the rest of his tournament.
Clemency Request Rejected
His request for clemency is rejected.
Eichmann Hanged
The execution occurs at Ramla prison in Israel.
Execution at Ramla Prison
Is executed by hanging shortly before midnight.
Presidential Pardon Denied
The death sentence remains in force.
England Tournament Opener Against Hungary
Leads England into their opening match of the Chile World Cup, where Hungary capitalise on their chances to secure a 2-1 victory despite an English second-half equaliser.
England Midfield Role Against Hungary
Features in England's midfield during the narrow loss to Hungary, participating in the opening fixture of the national side's World Cup campaign in Chile.
Equalising Penalty Against Hungary
Converts a second-half penalty to bring England level against Hungary, but the team subsequently concedes again and loses its first match of the tournament.
Winner Over England
Scores Hungary's decisive second goal after England have equalised, helping his side begin the group phase with a 2-1 win.
Opening Goal Against England
Puts Hungary ahead in the first half of their World Cup meeting with England, creating the foundation for a narrow group-stage victory.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro accepted the Soviet proposal to deploy missiles after consulting senior Cuban leaders.
Operation Anadyr Approved
Approves the secret plan to deploy Soviet missiles, bombers and troops to Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Malinovsky supported the secret military deployment later conducted under the codename Operation Anadyr.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Biryuzov joined a Soviet delegation that discussed the proposed missile deployment with Cuban leaders.
Aid to Vietnam
5,000 troops are present in South Vietnam
June 196290 historical events
Ashes Scattered at Sea
Israeli authorities scatter the ashes beyond territorial waters.
Body Cremated
His body is cremated after the execution.
Beatles, The
The Beatles audition for George Martin at Parlophone/EMI Records, he agrees to sign the group, but insists that Pete Best be replaced, within months, Richard "Ringo" Starkey joins the group
Beatles, The
The Beatles audition for George Martin at Parlophone/EMI Records, he agrees to sign the group, but insists that Pete Best be replaced, within months, Richard "Ringo" Starkey joins the group
Beatles, The
The Beatles audition for George Martin at Parlophone/EMI Records, he agrees to sign the group, but insists that Pete Best be replaced, within months, Richard "Ringo" Starkey joins the group
Beatles, The
The Beatles audition for George Martin at Parlophone/EMI Records, he agrees to sign the group, but insists that Pete Best be replaced, within months, Richard "Ringo" Starkey joins the group
Beatles, The
The Beatles audition for George Martin at Parlophone/EMI Records, he agrees to sign the group, but insists that Pete Best be replaced, within months, Richard "Ringo" Starkey joins the group
Cuban Missile Crisis
Biryuzov surveyed Cuban terrain and concluded that Soviet missile units could be deployed secretly enough to support the proposed operation.
Embassy Repatriation Loan
Lee signed a promissory note for a $435.71 United States repatriation loan to finance the family's return journey.
Late Goal Against England
Scores Argentina's late consolation against England, reducing the deficit to 3-1 without changing the outcome of their World Cup group fixture.
World Cup Muscle Injury Against Czechoslovakia
Pelé suffered a thigh injury while attempting a shot against Czechoslovakia and played no further part in Brazil's successful tournament.
Captaincy Against Argentina
Captains England in a pivotal group match against Argentina and helps organise a side that responds to its opening defeat with a 3-1 victory.
Second Goal Against Argentina
Extends England's advantage to two goals before half-time against Argentina, contributing to the 3-1 success that revives their Chile campaign.
England Forward in Chile World Cup Group Stage
Greaves started for England during the 1962 World Cup group stage in Chile and helped the side defeat Argentina 3–1. His movement between defenders made him an important part of the attack before England were eliminated by Brazil in the quarter-finals.
England World Cup Goal Against Argentina
Greaves scored in England's 3-1 group-stage win over Argentina, helping his country advance from its World Cup group.
Third Goal Against Argentina
Adds England's third goal against Argentina after the interval and helps put a vital group-stage victory beyond the opposition's reach.
Penalty Opens Argentina Victory
Scores from the penalty spot to put England ahead against Argentina in a group match that becomes essential to their qualification hopes.
Departure from Soviet Union
Oswald, Marina, and their daughter crossed the Soviet frontier at Brest on June 2, 1962, while traveling toward Western Europe.
Puerto Cabello Uprising
A military rebellion at Puerto Cabello was defeated by forces loyal to the government.
Hospital Plan Debate
Defends the national Hospital Plan in the House of Commons and stresses long-term development of modern hospital services.
Maasdam Departure from Holland
Lee, Marina, and June departed Holland aboard the SS Maasdam on June 4, beginning their Atlantic crossing to the United States.
Two Goals Against Spain
Scores both Brazil goals in the comeback victory over Spain after Pele's injury.
Beatles, The
The Beatles meet George Martin for 1st time, they record "Besame Mucho". George Martin decides to sign-up the Beatles
Beatles, The
The Beatles record their first sessions at EMI Studios in London, with George Martin as producer
Beatles, The
The Beatles meet George Martin for 1st time, they record "Besame Mucho"
Beatles, The
The Beatles meet George Martin for 1st time, they record "Besame Mucho"
Beatles, The
The Beatles record their first sessions at EMI Studios in London, with George Martin as producer
Beatles, The
The Beatles meet George Martin for 1st time, they record "Besame Mucho"
Beatles, The
The Beatles record their first sessions at EMI Studios in London, with George Martin as producer
Beatles, The
The Beatles meet George Martin for 1st time, they record "Besame Mucho"
The Beatles Audition
Auditions the Beatles at EMI, beginning the partnership that transforms his career and popular music.
Defensive Display Against Bulgaria
Plays at right-back during England's goalless encounter with Bulgaria and contributes to a defensive result that sends the team into the knockout round.
Clean Sheet Against Bulgaria
Keeps a clean sheet as England draw 0-0 with Bulgaria, securing the point needed to progress from their group to the quarter-finals.
Martial Law Revocation
Ayub ends martial law as the 1962 Constitution becomes operational.
National Assembly Restoration
A new National Assembly convenes under the presidential Constitution.
Restores Lead Against England
Heads Brazil back into the lead early in the second half of the quarter-final, changing the momentum after England had drawn level.
Brazil Advances Past England
Oversees Brazil's 3-1 quarter-final victory against England, successfully guiding the defending champions through a demanding knockout match.
Quarter-Final Goals Against England
Scores twice as Brazil defeat England 3-1 in the World Cup quarter-final.
Header Opens England Quarter-Final
Heads Brazil in front during the quarter-final against England, beginning an influential individual performance that helps eliminate the English team.
Second Goal Seals England Elimination
Scores again with a powerful strike to make it 3-1 against England, completing the decisive scoring sequence that takes Brazil into the semi-finals.
First World Cup Knockout Appearance
Starts in defence against defending champions Brazil in the quarter-finals, gaining early international tournament experience despite England's 3-1 defeat.
Left Back In Brazil Quarter-Final
Plays at left-back against Brazil's dangerous attack in the World Cup quarter-final, an experience that precedes his return to the tournament with England in 1966.
Equaliser Against Brazil
Scores England's equalising goal in the first half against Brazil, briefly restoring parity before the defending champions pull clear after the break.
England Eliminated In Chile
Sees England's World Cup campaign end in the quarter-finals against Brazil after the side had recovered from an opening defeat to escape its group.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Biryuzov reported favorably on the feasibility of deploying strategic missiles in Cuba after returning from the Soviet mission.
Two Goals Against Chile
Leads Brazil into the World Cup final after Pele's injury.
Return to United States
The Oswald family arrived at Hoboken, New Jersey, aboard the Maasdam on June 13, 1962.
Times Square Hotel Stay
New York welfare officials helped the returning Oswald family obtain a room at the Times Square Hotel after their arrival from Europe.
Flight to Fort Worth
Oswald, Marina, and their daughter flew from New York to Texas on June 14, 1962, after receiving family assistance with the fare.
Love Field Family Reunion
Robert Oswald met Lee, Marina, and June at Love Field after their flight from New York to Texas.
Robert Oswald Travel Assistance
After initially resisting family assistance, Lee accepted money sent by his brother Robert to help finance the trip from New York to Texas.
Oswald Residence
Lee, Marina & June arrive in Fort Worth
World Cup Winner
Mauro Ramos leads Brazil to a 3-1 defeat of Czechoslovakia in Santiago as the national team retains the World Cup trophy.
Right-Back World Champion
Establishes himself among the tournament's leading defenders.
Second World Cup Victory
Helps Brazil retain the world championship in Chile.
1962 FIFA World Cup Final - Djalma Santos
Djalma Santos played at right-back in Brazil’s successful World Cup defence, combining his attacking instincts with steady marking.
1962 FIFA World Cup Final - Mauro Ramos
Mauro Ramos captained Brazil’s defence to a 3–1 victory over Czechoslovakia, confirming the nation’s second consecutive World Cup title.
Brazil Defensive Champion
Provides experience and defensive leadership throughout the tournament.
Second World Cup Victory
Helps Brazil win a second consecutive World Cup.
1962 FIFA World Cup Final - Nílton Santos
Nílton Santos used his experience on the left side of Brazil’s defence as the holders beat Czechoslovakia to retain the trophy.
1962 Final Equalizer
Scores Brazil's equalizer against Czechoslovakia in the World Cup final.
World Cup Winner
Amarildo scores Brazil's equaliser against Czechoslovakia in the 1962 final, cancelling out the European side's early advantage.
Goal Against Czechoslovakia
Becomes the first player scoring in two consecutive World Cup finals.
World Cup Winner
Vavá scores Brazil's third goal against Czechoslovakia and confirms the 3-1 final score that makes Brazil back-to-back champions.
World Cup Winner
Aymoré Moreira coaches Brazil to the 1962 title despite the loss of Pelé through injury earlier in the tournament.
1962 Final Goal
Scores Brazil's second goal in the 3-1 final victory over Czechoslovakia.
1962 FIFA World Cup Final - José Ely de Miranda Zito
Zito headed Brazil into the lead in the second half against Czechoslovakia after the teams had traded first-half goals.
Brazil Retains World Championship
Wins a second world championship as Brazil's midfield organiser.
Second World Cup Victory
Helps Brazil retain the World Cup by defeating Czechoslovakia.
World Cup Winner
Zito scores with a second-half header against Czechoslovakia, sending Brazil ahead on its way to a second successive World Cup.
World Cup Winner
Garrincha's influential attacking displays carry Brazil through the 1962 World Cup after Pelé suffers an injury, and the side finishes as champion.
1962 FIFA World Cup Final - Adolf Scherer
Adolf Scherer led the Czechoslovak forward line as the team reached its second men’s World Cup final but lost to Brazil.
1962 FIFA World Cup Final - Viliam Schrojf
Viliam Schrojf started in goal for Czechoslovakia in the 1962 final, where Brazil’s attacking pressure ultimately produced three goals.
1962 Final Opening Goal
Scores the opening goal for Czechoslovakia in the World Cup final.
Peter Gregory Russian Test
Oswald met Peter Gregory on June 19, 1962, demonstrated his ability to read Russian, and obtained a letter supporting his language skills.
FBI
FBI Agents Fain & Carter interview Oswald about his activities in Russia
FBI Interview June 26
FBI agents questioned Lee about his Soviet residence; he declined to explain why he had gone there and denied providing intelligence information.
FBI
FBI Agents Fain & Carter interview Oswald about his activities in Russia
FBI
FBI Agents Fain & Carter interview Oswald about his activities in Russia
FBI
FBI Agents Fain & Carter interview Oswald about his activities in Russia
The Andromeda Breakthrough
The sequel The Andromeda Breakthrough begins broadcast on BBC television.
National Charter
Secures approval of a National Charter defining Arab socialist policy.
Novocherkassk Unrest
Workers protest food-price rises and wage pressures in Novocherkassk, leading to a violent state crackdown.
Reballion of Rebels in Novocherkassk
Public disorder in Novocherkassk
Legislation
The Sabotage Act prevents any banned person from being quoted in print. The Sabotage Act gives sabotage a minimum of 5 yrs in prison without parole. The Sabotage Act allows house arrests & bans which cannot be challenged in court
Vietnam Assessment Visit
McCone and Richard Helms visited Saigon and reviewed counterinsurgency, intelligence reporting, and CIA programs as the American commitment in South Vietnam expanded.
FBI
The FBI agent assigned to investigate Lee Harvey Oswald upon Oswalds June 1962 return to the US after his brief defection to the Soviet Union
Russian Manuscript Typing
Oswald hired public stenographer Pauline Bates to type notes about his Soviet experiences shortly after his return to Fort Worth.
FBI
The FBI agent assigned to investigate Lee Harvey Oswald upon Oswalds June 1962 return to the US after his brief defection to the Soviet Union
Prisoner Exchange Negotiations
Donovan begins direct negotiations with Castro for release of brigade prisoners.
July 196249 historical events
Accords of Evian
The Evian Accord proposals for Algerian independence are accepted in a referendum
Independence of Algeria
The Evian Accord proposals for Algerian independence are accepted in a referendum
Referendum
The Evian Accord proposals for Algerian independence are accepted in a referendum
President Takes Office
Rivera becomes President after the 1962 election
Birth of Thomas Cruise Mapother IV
Bith of Thomas Cruise Mapother IV
CIA Biographical Review
A CIA memorandum dated July 3, 1962, reviewed information about Frank Fiorini, later known as Frank Sturgis, and his Cuban activities.
The Parallel Street
Directs Die Parallelstrasse, a key work linked to the Oberhausen generation.
Head of State Representative
Assumes the full governor-general role after succeeding Maurice Dorman
League and Cup Double
Completes a league and Copa del Generalisimo double by defeating Sevilla 2-1 in the cup final.
Blowin in the Wind
Records Blowin in the Wind during Freewheelin sessions.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Malinovsky supervised military planning for Operation Anadyr as Soviet forces prepared for the concealed deployment to Cuba.
Lunar Orbit Rendezvous
NASA adopts lunar orbit rendezvous for Apollo lunar landing missions.
Rolling Stones, The
The Stones have their first gig at the Marquee Club with Jagger, Richards, Jones, Stewart, bass player Dick Taylor (later of The Pretty Things) and drummer Tony Chapman
First Marquee Club Show
Performs at the first Rolling Stones show billed at the Marquee Club.
Rolling Stones, The
The Stones have their first gig at the Marquee Club with Jagger, Richards, Jones, Stewart, bass player Dick Taylor (later of The Pretty Things) and drummer Tony Chapman
First Marquee Club Show
Plays bass at the Rolling Stones's first Marquee Club performance.
Rolling Stones, The
The Stones have their first gig at the Marquee Club with Jagger, Richards, Jones, Stewart, bass player Dick Taylor (later of The Pretty Things) and drummer Tony Chapman
First Marquee Club Show
Plays guitar at the Rolling Stones's first Marquee Club performance.
First Marquee Club Show
Is associated with early Rolling Stones rehearsals and accounts of the first Marquee period.
First Marquee Club Show
Performs at the Rolling Stones's first show at the Marquee Club.
Rolling Stones, The
The Stones have their first gig at the Marquee Club with Jagger, Richards, Jones, Stewart, bass player Dick Taylor (later of The Pretty Things) and drummer Tony Chapman. The group plays its first gig at the Marquee club in London, billed as "The Rollin Stones"
Election
Purges a Cabinet of 21 of 7 its ministers after a poor by-election resul at Orpington
Purge
Purges a Cabinet of 21 of 7 its ministers after a poor by-election resul at Orpington
Government
Senate rejects medicare for the aged
Nuclear Power
The US performs nuclear tests at the Nevada test site
Prime Minister of Iran
Appointed Prime Minister of Iran
Assassination of Tou Samouth
The underground communist party secretary Tou Samouth is arrested and later killed while in custody
Khmer Rouge
Tou Samouth is murdered by the Kampuchean Government
Mariner 1 Launch Failure
Mariner 1 is launched toward Venus but a guidance failure forces controllers to destroy the spacecraft shortly after liftoff.
Clandestine Return
Resumes underground political and military organisational work.
Returns to South Africa
Returns secretly to South Africa after his African mission.
Government
An greement signed by 14 nations guarentees the neutrality & independence of Laos
Independence of Laos
An greement signed by 14 nations guarentees the neutrality & independence of Laos
Independence of United States of America
An greement signed by 14 nations guarentees the neutrality & independence of Laos
Neutrality
An greement signed by 14 nations guarentees the neutrality & independence of Laos
Treaty of Washington
An greement signed by 14 nations guarentees the neutrality & independence of Laos
Laos Neutrality Intelligence Role
After the Geneva agreement on neutral Laos, McCone managed CIA responsibilities for supporting Hmong forces while seeking to keep the covert role limited.
Common Agricultural Policy Launch
De Gaulle strongly supported the Common Agricultural Policy as a central economic interest for France within the EEC.
Southern Rhodesia
Healey challenges racial inequality and political repression in Southern Rhodesia during a Commons debate.
Golden Boot FIFA World Cup
Scores 4 goals for Brazil to claim the FIFA World Cup scoring honour. The achievement reflects sharing the goalscoring lead as Brazil retained the world title.
Golden Boot FIFA World Cup
Claims the FIFA World Cup top-scorer award with 4 goals while representing Brazil. The season is distinguished by sharing the scoring lead during Brazil’s championship defence.
Golden Boot FIFA World Cup
Leads the FIFA World Cup scoring standings with 4 goals for Chile. His contribution stands out for helping the host nation secure third place.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Raul Castro visited Moscow while Soviet and Cuban officials finalized secret military arrangements.
Golden Boot FIFA World Cup
Collects the FIFA World Cup leading-scorer distinction after scoring 4 goals for Hungary. The award recognises sharing first place in the tournament scoring standings.
Cuban Missile Deployment Agreement
Finalizes arrangements with Cuban leaders for the secret deployment of Soviet strategic weapons.
Cuban Missile Crisis
The Soviet military began Operation Anadyr to transport troops, missiles, aircraft, and supporting equipment to Cuba.
Louv-R-Pak Employment
Oswald obtained work as a sheet-metal worker with the Louv-R-Pak Division of Leslie Welding Company during July 1962.
Exchange Negotiations Supported
Miskovsky assists Donovan with legal, logistical and diplomatic aspects of negotiations.
Direct Prisoner Negotiations Expanded
Donovan continues direct talks with Castro's government over terms for releasing Bay of Pigs prisoners.
August 196235 historical events
Kulungugu Bombing Survived
Nkrumah survives a bomb attack at Kulungugu while returning from a meeting near Ghana's northern frontier.
Robert Dylan
Legally changes his name from Robert Allen Zimmerman to Robert Dylan.
Arrest of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela
Arrested by the South African police, described in the press as the "Black Pimpernel"
Arrest near Howick
Is arrested near Howick after months underground.
Black Pimpernel Captured
Police capture the activist known publicly as the Black Pimpernel.
Death of Hyman Engelberg
Marilyn Monroes death was officially confirmed by Monroes physician, Dr. Hyman Engelberg, who arrived at the house at around 3:50 a.m. At 4:25 a.m., the Los Angeles Police Department is notified
Death of Marilyn Monroe
Death of Marilyn Monroe
Death of Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroes death was officially confirmed by Monroes physician, Dr. Hyman Engelberg, who arrived at the house at around 3:50 a.m. At 4:25 a.m., the Los Angeles Police Department is notified. Death of Marilyn Monroe, found dead in the bedroom of her Brentwood home by her psychiatrist Dr. Ralph Greenson
Death of Ralph Greenson
Death of Marilyn Monroe, found dead in the bedroom of her Brentwood home by her psychiatrist Dr. Ralph Greenson
Independence of Jamaica
At the first session of Parliament, Bustamante receives the Instruments of Independence from the Queens representative, Princess Margaret. Appointed Prime Minister of Jamaica, 1st Prime Minister of an independent Jamaica
Death of Marilyn Monroe
It was estimated that she had died between 8:30 mins 10:30 p.m., and the toxicological analysis concluded that the cause of death was acute barbiturate poisoning.
Death of Marilyn Monroe
The Los Angeles County Coroners Office was assisted in their investigation by experts from the Los Angeles Suicide Prevention Team.
Death of Marilyn Monroe
as she had 8 mg of chloral hydrate and 4.5 mg of pentobarbital (Nembutal) in her blood, and a further 13 mg of pentobarbital in her liver.
Death of Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroes funeral is held at the Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery
First Dual Crewed Mission
The achievement marks first dual crewed mission as an important Russian scientific milestone.
Vostok 3
Pilots Vostok 3 during the first simultaneous crewed orbital mission.
Paired Orbital Flight
The achievement marks paired orbital flight as an important Russian scientific milestone.
Vostok 4
Pilots Vostok 4 while two crewed spacecraft operate in orbit together.
Beatles, The
Is dismissed as the Beatles prepare for their EMI recording career.
Dismissal
Pete Best is sacked
FBI Interview August 16
The FBI interviewed Oswald on August 16, 1962, about his Soviet residence, and he denied making any agreement with Soviet representatives.
Beatles, The
Joins the Beatles as drummer, replacing Pete Best.
Beatles, The
Ringo Srarr makes his debut for the Beatles at the Cavern
A New Culture of Work
Guevara presents his ideas on labour, discipline and socialist consciousness in a speech on a new culture of work.
Marriage
John Lennon marries Cynthia Powell
Marriage
John Lennon marries Cynthia Powell
Honeymoon Departure
McCone left Washington for a honeymoon in France, leaving Deputy Director Marshall Carter to serve as Acting Director during a critical period of the Cuban buildup.
Election
Elected President of the 5th Republic
Second Visit to Soviet Union
Guevara begins his second official visit to the Soviet Union as a representative of the Cuban government.
Mariner 2 Launch
Mariner 2 launches on the first successful American mission to Venus.
Buon Enao Program Review
McCone sent Gordon Gray a memorandum reviewing the history and development of the Buon Enao counterinsurgency project in South Vietnam.
Congo Reconciliation Plan
Advances a United Nations plan combining negotiations and economic pressure to end Katanga's secession.
Russian Community Dinner
Peter Gregory invited the Oswalds to a dinner attended by members of the Dallas-Fort Worth Russian-speaking community.
Worker Newspaper Subscription
Lee subscribed to the Worker and continued corresponding with American socialist and Communist organizations after returning from the Soviet Union.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone repeatedly warned that the Soviet buildup in Cuba might conceal plans to deploy offensive ballistic missiles.
September 196218 historical events
Cuban Missile Crisis
Pliyev commanded the Soviet Group of Forces in Cuba as missile, air-defense, armored, and support units arrived under Operation Anadyr.
Birth of Keir Starmer
Keir Starmer is born in London and later grows up in Oxted, Surrey.
First Krag Premiership
Begins the First Krag Premiership in Copenhagen and serves as Prime Minister of Denmark.
Prime Minister of Denmark
Appointed Prime Minister of Denmark, 1st term
Kampmann Premiership
The Kampmann Premiership ends in Copenhagen, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Denmark.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy publicly warned that offensive weapons introduced into Cuba would create the gravest consequences.
Cuban Missile Crisis
From France, McCone warned that extensive Soviet defensive preparations in Cuba could be intended to conceal the later installation of medium-range ballistic missiles.
Beatles, The
The Beatles 1st recording session leads to their 1st single "Love Me Do"
Beatles, The
The Beatles 1st recording session leads to their 1st single "Love Me Do"
University of Jordan Trustees Chairmanship
Al-Rifai was selected to chair the board of trustees of the newly established University of Jordan. The appointment connected his public service to the development of higher education in the kingdom.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy repeated that the United States would act if Cuba became a significant offensive military base.
NASA
Deke Slayton called Armstrong and asks if he was interested in joining the NASA Astronaut Corps as part of what the press dubbed "the New Nine", without hesitation, Armstrong says yes
NASA
Deke Slayton called Armstrong and asks if he was interested in joining the NASA Astronaut Corps as part of what the press dubbed "the New Nine", without hesitation, Armstrong says yes
New Nine
Deke Slayton called Armstrong and asks if he was interested in joining the NASA Astronaut Corps as part of what the press dubbed "the New Nine", without hesitation, Armstrong says yes
Return From European Honeymoon
McCone returned from France after sending warnings that Soviet defensive preparations in Cuba could be masking an offensive missile deployment.
The Cadre: Backbone of the Revolution
Guevara publishes an essay describing the political and organizational role of revolutionary cadres.
Churchill Farms Threat Allegation
The HSCA examined an allegation that Carlos Marcello threatened President Kennedy at Churchill Farms in September 1962, but it did not establish direct evidence linking Marcello to the assassination.
Jose Aleman Allegation
Jose Aleman later alleged that Santos Trafficante said President Kennedy was going to be killed, although Trafficante denied making such a statement and the HSCA noted unresolved credibility questions.
October 1962223 historical events
Constituent Assembly Plans
Kerensky continues political activity connected with constituent assembly plans.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy signed legislation authorizing measures to prevent Cuban aggression and Soviet military expansion in the hemisphere.
Orbit
Wally Schirra flies six orbits in the Mercury spacecraft Sigma 7
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone questioned restrictions on U-2 coverage of Cuba and pressed for broader reconnaissance as evidence of the Soviet military buildup accumulated.
Beatles, The
"Love Me Do" is released featuring Lennon on harmonica and McCartney singing solo on the chorus line
Beatles, The
"Love Me Do" is released featuring Lennon on harmonica and McCartney singing solo on the chorus line
Beatles, The
"Love Me Do" is released featuring Lennon on harmonica and McCartney singing solo on the chorus line
Love Me Do
Produces Love Me Do, the Beatles' first single for Parlophone.
Agreement of Geneva
Following the Geneva Agreement military advisers & technicians are withdrawn from Laos
Government
Following the Geneva Agreement military advisers & technicians are withdrawn from Laos
Occupation
Following the Geneva Agreement military advisers & technicians are withdrawn from Laos
Trial
Opening day of the Nelson Mandela trial, the Rivonia Trial, de Wet is presiding Judge
Trial
Opening day of the Nelson Mandela trial, the Rivonia Trial, State Prosecutor
Dallas Employment Commission Registration
Oswald registered with the Texas Employment Commission in Dallas on October 9, 1962, while seeking new work.
Leslie Welding Departure
Lee stopped reporting to Leslie Welding and moved to Dallas, later asking the company to forward wages owed to his post office box.
Post Office Box 2915
Lee rented post office box 2915 at Dallas's main post office while separating temporarily from Marina and seeking employment.
Scandal
Der Spiegel publishes an article critical of West Germany's defence policy
Press
Publishes an article in Der Spiegel questioning the West German Defence policy. Publishes a Der Spiegel article questioning West German Defence policy
Declaration of War
Heavy fighting develops along the eastern frontier as the border dispute escalates toward full-scale war.
A Congressional resolution affirms the rights of western nations in Berlin
A Congressional resolution affirms the rights of western nations in Berlin
Government
A Congressional resolution affirms the rights of western nations in Berlin
Trade Expansion Act
The Act grants authority to negotiate substantial reciprocal tariff reductions.
Jaggars Chiles Stovall Referral
The Texas Employment Commission referred Oswald to Jaggars-Chiles-Stovall on October 11, 1962, for a photoprint trainee position.
Jaggars Photoprint Employment Begins
Lee began work as a photoprint trainee at Jaggars-Chiles-Stovall, producing advertising prints after being selected from several applicants.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Heyser flew a U-2 mission that obtained 928 photographs during a six-minute pass over western Cuba.
Nuclear Power
A U-2 spy photographs the secret site where Russian missiles will be located in Cuba
Trial
Opening day of the Nelson Mandela trial, legal adviser to Mandela
Cuban Missile Crisis
Bundy learned that photographic evidence confirmed Soviet offensive missile installations in Cuba.
Dallas YMCA Residence
Lee moved into the Dallas YMCA on October 15 and stayed there for several nights while beginning work at Jaggars-Chiles-Stovall.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Photographic analysts identified missile transporters, erectors, and launch-site construction in the U-2 imagery.
Death of Gaston Bachelard
Gaston Bachelard dies in Paris.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy joined the first crisis discussions and questioned the political and moral consequences of a surprise attack on Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy participated in the secret advisory meetings that later became known as ExComm.
Return for Missile Crisis
After learning that U-2 photography confirmed Soviet offensive missiles in Cuba, McCone returned to Washington and remained there through the crisis.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Bundy informed Kennedy at 8:45 a.m. that a major international crisis had developed.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy convened his principal advisers at 11:45 a.m. to examine the missile evidence and possible responses.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy ordered continued secrecy while advisers studied the risks of surprise attack, quarantine, and invasion.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy ordered that the discovery of Soviet missiles remain secret while his advisers evaluated military and diplomatic options.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara discussed military options including surveillance, quarantine, air strikes, and invasion.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Rusk joined discussions of diplomatic, political, and military responses to the Soviet deployment.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Dillon joined the crisis deliberations and supported careful evaluation of the economic and political consequences of military action.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Ball joined the first senior discussions and examined diplomatic consequences of attacking Soviet missile installations in Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Taylor and the Joint Chiefs developed plans for attacks against missile sites and other military targets.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Lundahl briefed Kennedy directly on the U-2 photographs and explained how analysts identified the Soviet missile equipment.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Gilpatric helped assess air-strike and quarantine options while the Defense Department prepared forces for possible action.
Crisis Warning and Deadline Proposal
McCone recommended warning Moscow and Havana, demanding prompt dismantlement, and reserving a large military strike if the offensive missile deployment remained in place.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone briefed senior officials on expanding photographic evidence and the estimated readiness of Soviet offensive missile sites in Cuba.
Eisenhower Missile Briefing
At Kennedy's request, McCone briefed former President Eisenhower on the Soviet buildup and showed him U-2 photographs of developing medium-range missile sites.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Bundy coordinated meetings and intelligence distribution as advisers compared military and political responses to the missile deployment.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy continued reviewing air-strike, invasion, quarantine, and diplomatic alternatives with his advisers.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Stevenson urged consideration of a diplomatic settlement alongside military pressure.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara asked military planners to refine blockade, air-strike, and invasion options while the President considered how to respond.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Rusk examined diplomatic consequences of air strikes, invasion, and quarantine while the missile discovery remained secret.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Gromyko assured Kennedy that Soviet assistance to Cuba was defensive while the President already possessed evidence of offensive missile sites.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Gromyko told Kennedy that Soviet assistance to Cuba was defensive and denied an offensive deployment.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Thompson used his experience with Khrushchev to advise that Soviet intentions and domestic pressures should be interpreted cautiously.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone reviewed new intelligence as reconnaissance identified additional missile activity and bomber-related installations in Cuba.
ExComm Military Options Review
McCone joined Kennedy and senior advisers in reviewing blockade, air-strike, invasion, diplomatic, and warning options during the first days of the missile crisis.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy told Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko that the United States would not tolerate offensive missiles in Cuba; Gromyko denied that offensive Soviet weapons were being deployed.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy met Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko while withholding knowledge of the photographed missile sites.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy restated his public warning to Gromyko without revealing that the missile sites had been photographed.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Stevenson proposed exploring a negotiated settlement that could remove the Soviet missiles while avoiding a direct military confrontation.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara worked on a quarantine plan designed to halt additional offensive weapons without immediately attacking existing missile sites.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Rusk participated in preparations for the Gromyko meeting and supported maintaining secrecy about the photographic evidence.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Taylor presented military assessments emphasizing that an air strike might have to be followed by a larger invasion of Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Lundahl's analysts continued comparing new imagery to Soviet missile systems and locating additional offensive installations.
Stevenson Arrives from Rangers
Willie Stevenson signed for Liverpool from Rangers in October 1962 and developed into a regular presence in the club’s left-sided midfield.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy argued that an unannounced air strike could resemble the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy maintained scheduled campaign appearances while secret crisis deliberations continued in Washington.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy left Washington for campaign appearances while advisers continued secret deliberations about Cuba.
To Be a Young Communist Speech
Guevara addresses young communists on political commitment, study, work and personal conduct.
Declaration of War
20th October-21st November, a border war between India & China
Invasion of India
Chinese forces launch major attacks on Indian positions on 20 October 1962, opening the principal phase of the border war.
Battle of Namka Chu
Brigadier John Dalvi commands 7 Infantry Brigade during the Chinese assault on Indian positions along the Namka Chu.
Defence of Sirijap
Major Dhan Singh Thapa commands an isolated Ladakh post that resists repeated Chinese attacks before being overrun.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy supported the quarantine option as a measured response that preserved room for further diplomatic pressure.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Bundy helped organize the decision process that produced Kennedy's choice of a naval quarantine.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy returned to Washington and presided over a National Security Council meeting on the response.
Cuban Missile Crisis
The White House announced that Kennedy had a cold as he cancelled remaining campaign appearances.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy selected a naval quarantine as the initial response while retaining stronger military options.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara organized the naval interception plan and continued preparations for air strikes and invasion.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara briefed Kennedy on naval interception procedures and the military preparations supporting the proposed quarantine.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Rusk supported the quarantine decision while the State Department prepared allied consultations and diplomatic notifications.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Sorensen helped draft language explaining the quarantine and the administration's demand for removal of Soviet offensive weapons.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Taylor supervised continued planning for air strikes and invasion after Kennedy selected the quarantine as the first step.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone assessed the growing operational capability of the Soviet missile deployment while the administration refined its response.
Second Eisenhower Crisis Briefing
McCone again briefed Eisenhower, this time explaining the administration's decision to combine a naval quarantine with demands for removal of the Soviet missiles.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy reviewed the quarantine proclamation, military rules, and the planned address to the nation.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Sorensen refined Kennedy's television address so that the missile evidence, quarantine, and warning to Moscow were presented clearly.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Sweeney advised Kennedy that air strikes could not guarantee destruction of every operational missile.
Missile Crisis Command in Pinar del Rio
During the missile crisis, Guevara is assigned to command forces in Pinar del Río against a possible U.S. invasion.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Raul Castro placed Cuban armed forces on wartime readiness as the United States announced its quarantine and increased regional military preparations.
Cuban Missile Crisis
The US announce its discovery of missile sites, and implements a quarantine around Cuba that woul intercept and search vessels heading for Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro mobilized Cuban forces after Kennedy announced the quarantine and demanded removal of the Soviet offensive missiles.
Cuban Missile Crisis
De Gaulle received an allied briefing and supported the United States assessment of the missile evidence.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Dobrynin received formal American communications after Kennedy publicly announced the missile evidence and naval quarantine.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Gromyko helped manage the Soviet diplomatic response after Kennedy revealed the missiles and announced the naval quarantine.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Malinovsky placed Soviet military commands on heightened alert after Kennedy announced the quarantine and demanded missile removal.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Pliyev placed Soviet forces in Cuba on increased readiness after Kennedy announced the quarantine and demanded missile withdrawal.
Quarantine Announcement Intelligence Support
McCone supplied intelligence judgments and photographic evidence supporting Kennedy's public disclosure of the Soviet missile deployment and the decision to impose a quarantine.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Bundy coordinated White House preparations for the President's address and the formal establishment of ExComm.
Blockade of Cuba
Orders a weapons blockade of Cuba because of its Soviet missile sites
Cuba Weapons Quarantine Ordered
Kennedy orders naval interception of offensive weapons shipments to Cuba during the missile crisis.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy informs the world that the Soviet Union was building secret missile bases in Cuba, a mere 90 miles off the shores of Florida.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy orders Khrushchev to remove all the missile bases and their deadly contents. Kennedy orders a naval quarantine of Cuba in order to prevent Russian ships from bringing additional missiles and construction materials.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy addressed the nation and revealed the Soviet offensive missile deployment in Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy announced a naval quarantine intended to prevent further deliveries of offensive military equipment.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy briefed congressional leaders before publicly announcing the crisis.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy demanded dismantlement of the missile sites and removal of the offensive weapons from Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy warned that a nuclear missile launched from Cuba would require retaliation against the Soviet Union.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy formally established the Executive Committee of the National Security Council.
Government
Orders a weapons blockade of Cuba because of its Soviet missile sites
Cuban Missile Crisis
Stevenson prepared the United States diplomatic case for presentation before the United Nations Security Council.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Sorensen assisted with final revisions to the President's address before Kennedy disclosed the crisis to the public.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Ball helped coordinate diplomatic communications with allies and international organizations as the quarantine was announced.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro rejected the legality of the quarantine and prepared Cuba for the possibility of American air strikes or invasion.
Battle of Bum La
Subedar Joginder Singh leads Sikh troops against repeated Chinese attacks near Bum La and is mortally wounded.
Kennedy Quarantine Response
Rejects the American naval quarantine of Cuba and warns Kennedy against escalating the crisis.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Zorin challenged the American quarantine at the Security Council and rejected United States accusations about offensive Soviet weapons.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone reported intelligence indicating that Soviet personnel controlled the offensive missile installations in Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
The Organisation of American States unanimously supports the US decision to quarantine Cuba and , by the end of the day, all naval vessels are in place. Reconnaissance photos reveal that Soviet missiles are poised for launch.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy approved instructions for naval forces enforcing the quarantine while seeking to avoid an unnecessary clash with Soviet ships.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy signed the proclamation establishing interdiction of offensive weapons shipments to Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy approved continued invasion preparations while excluding food and medicine from the initial quarantine.
Organisation of American States
The Organisation of American States unanimously supports the US decision to quarantine Cuba &, by the end of the day, all naval vessels are in place
Cuban Missile Crisis
Stevenson defended the quarantine before the Security Council and challenged Soviet claims about the nature of the Cuban deployment.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara reviewed rules governing interception, inspection, and possible seizure of vessels carrying prohibited military equipment.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Taylor maintained military readiness while the quarantine was implemented and reconnaissance missions increased over Cuba.
Cuban Crisis Letter of October 24
Tells Kennedy that the American quarantine is unlawful and insists Soviet-Cuban relations concern sovereign states.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev rejected the legality of the American quarantine but ordered Soviet shipping movements handled cautiously as the confrontation intensified.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Thompson argued that Khrushchev should be given a path to retreat without appearing to accept an American ultimatum.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy followed quarantine developments while officials debated how much force naval commanders should use against Soviet vessels.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Gilpatric assisted in coordinating military readiness and civilian control as naval quarantine operations began.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone reviewed intelligence on Soviet shipping movements and continuing activity at Cuban missile sites as the quarantine took effect.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy reported that several Soviet ships had altered course as the quarantine took effect. Strategic Air Command was ordered to DEFCON 2, the highest readiness level it had yet reached.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy monitored the first day of quarantine operations as several Soviet vessels slowed, stopped, or changed course.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara closely supervised naval operations as the quarantine line became active in the Atlantic approaches to Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Rusk assessed Soviet responses to the quarantine and encouraged continued diplomatic contact while military forces remained ready.
Congressional Missile Intelligence Briefing
McCone briefed congressional leaders on the missile evidence, Soviet activity in Cuba, and the intelligence basis for the administration's quarantine policy.
Manager
Is appointed England manager and predicts that England will win the 1966 World Cup.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev exchanged messages with Kennedy as both governments searched for a way to prevent the naval confrontation from escalating.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Zorin faced Stevenson's presentation of aerial photographs after declining to confirm that Soviet missiles had been installed in Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Zorin refused to answer Stevenson's demand for an immediate admission that Soviet missiles were present in Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy replied to U Thant and affirmed his desire for a peaceful and verifiable settlement.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy wrote Khrushchev that Soviet assurances had been contradicted by clear evidence of offensive missile bases in Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Stevenson confronted Valerian Zorin at the Security Council and presented reconnaissance photographs demonstrating Soviet missile installations.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro warned Khrushchev that American military action appeared imminent and urged the Soviet Union to resist an invasion decisively.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro warned Khrushchev that an invasion appeared imminent and urged a decisive Soviet response.
National Emergency
President Radhakrishnan proclaims a national emergency as the border war with China intensifies.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Dobrynin maintained urgent contact with Moscow while unofficial channels explored possible terms for ending the confrontation.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khruschev sends a letter to Kennedy suggesting that the sites would be dismantled if the United States gave its reassurance that it would not invade Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev sent Kennedy a lengthy private message proposing missile withdrawal in return for a pledge that Cuba would not be invaded.
First Cuban Missile Crisis Settlement Letter
Offers to remove Soviet missiles from Cuba if the United States pledges not to invade the island.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Feklisov relayed John Scali's interest in a possible settlement through Soviet channels while official negotiations remained uncertain.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Feklisov, using the name Aleksandr Fomin, discussed a possible settlement with journalist John Scali.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Scali reported a Soviet back-channel proposal linking missile removal to a United States pledge not to invade Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Thompson interpreted Khrushchev's first letter as a serious opening for a negotiated settlement.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy supported giving diplomacy more time after Khrushchev sent a message offering missile removal for a non-invasion pledge.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone reviewed estimates showing that work continued at several missile installations while diplomatic exchanges intensified.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev sends a letter to Kennedy suggesting that the sites would be dismantled if the United States gave its reassurance that it would not invade Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy delayed military action to allow additional time for diplomacy after receiving Khrushchev's proposal.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Stevenson worked with U Thant on proposals intended to reduce the risk of a naval or military clash.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Rusk reviewed Khrushchev's first settlement proposal and supported exploring the possibility of a non-invasion assurance.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro urges Khrushchev to launch a nuclear first strike against the United States if Cuba is invaded, but Khrushchev rejected any first strike response.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Dobrynin heard Robert Kennedy privately indicate that the obsolete Jupiter missiles in Turkey would be removed after the Cuban crisis.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Dobrynin received an urgent warning that the United States would soon act if the Cuban missiles remained.
Cuban Crisis Letter of October 27
Proposes linking missile withdrawal from Cuba to removal of American Jupiter missiles from Turkey.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev publicly added removal of American Jupiter missiles from Turkey to the terms he sought for resolving the crisis.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Feklisov continued informal contact with Scali as Washington and Moscow searched for a formula that could end the crisis.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Savitsky considered using a nuclear torpedo after United States forces used signalling depth charges near submarine B-59.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Arkhipov opposed launching B-59's nuclear torpedo and helped persuade the submarine commander to surface.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Pliyev's command faced intense pressure as American reconnaissance continued and a Soviet surface-to-air unit shot down Anderson's U-2.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Thompson urged Kennedy to answer Khrushchev's first message and avoid becoming trapped by the later public demand concerning Turkey.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy told Dobrynin that the President could not publicly trade the Turkish Jupiter missiles for Soviet missiles in Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy warned Dobrynin that events could soon escape political control if the Soviet missiles were not withdrawn.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy met secretly with Soviet ambassador Anatoly Dobrynin at the Justice Department.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Bundy participated in the intense ExComm deliberations over the U-2 loss and Khrushchev's changing settlement terms.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy answered Khrushchev's first proposal and offered a non-invasion assurance after verified missile removal.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy authorized Robert Kennedy to tell Dobrynin privately that American Jupiter missiles in Turkey would later be removed.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy chose to answer Khrushchev's earlier, more conciliatory proposal while leaving the public demand concerning Turkey unanswered.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy postponed retaliation for the U-2 loss while advisers pursued a diplomatic solution.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara argued against automatic retaliation after the loss of Rudolf Anderson's U-2, helping preserve time for negotiation.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Rusk participated in the decision to respond to Khrushchev's earlier letter rather than accept the public Turkey-for-Cuba trade.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Dillon joined the ExComm debate on how to answer Khrushchev while avoiding immediate escalation on the crisis's most dangerous day.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Sorensen helped draft the response accepting the essential terms of Khrushchev's first proposal while avoiding a public missile trade.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Ball took part in discussions over the competing Soviet proposals and the risks of linking Cuba publicly to Jupiter missiles in Turkey.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Taylor advised on military responses after Anderson's U-2 was destroyed by a surface-to-air missile over Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Maultsby's U-2 accidentally entered Soviet airspace during a mission over the Arctic and escaped interception.
Cuban Missile Crisis
A Soviet surface-to-air missile shot down Anderson's unarmed U-2 over Cuba, killing him.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Raul Castro helped manage Cuban military readiness after Moscow announced that the strategic missiles would be withdrawn.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev agrees to remove the Soviet missiles from Cuba. Castro demands that the USA evacuate Cuba's Guantanamo naval base.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro issued five demands for a broader settlement and rejected foreign inspection on Cuban territory.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro learned that Khrushchev had agreed to remove the missiles without first securing Cuban approval of the settlement.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Dobrynin reported American reactions to Moscow as the Soviet government announced acceptance of the missile-withdrawal settlement.
Cuban Crisis Resolution Broadcast
Publicly accepts a settlement based on Soviet missile withdrawal and an American pledge not to invade Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev agrees to remove the Soviet missiles from Cuba. Khruschev removes the missiles but on the understanding the USA does not invade Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev ordered the offensive missiles dismantled and returned to the Soviet Union under the emerging settlement.
Order to Dismantle Cuban Missiles
Orders Soviet offensive missiles in Cuba dismantled and returned to the Soviet Union.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Gromyko participated in implementing the diplomatic settlement after Khrushchev agreed to withdraw the offensive missiles.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Malinovsky transmitted orders connected with dismantling and returning the offensive missile systems after the political settlement.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Biryuzov's missile forces received orders to dismantle the Cuban launch sites and prepare the strategic missiles for return shipment.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Thompson helped assess Khrushchev's acceptance message and advised continued attention to Soviet implementation.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy participated in discussions on implementing the agreement while maintaining secrecy around the private Turkish missile understanding.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone emphasized continued reconnaissance and verification after Khrushchev agreed to dismantle and remove the offensive missiles.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Bundy helped coordinate immediate follow-up after the Soviet decision to dismantle and remove the offensive missiles.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy directed officials to continue verification and quarantine measures until Soviet offensive weapons were actually removed.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy welcomed Khrushchev's decision as an important contribution to peace.
Government
Welcomes Krushchevs offer to remove missiles from Cuba. Khruschev removes the missiles but on the understanding the USA does not invade Cuba
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara directed the military to maintain pressure and surveillance while Soviet forces began preparing the missiles for removal.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Rusk directed diplomatic work on verification and implementation after Moscow announced that the missiles would be removed.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Sorensen assisted with Kennedy's public response welcoming the Soviet decision to remove the missiles from Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Taylor kept United States forces at high readiness while officials awaited evidence that Soviet dismantling had begun.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro reiterated demands concerning Guantanamo, reconnaissance flights, economic pressure, and support for exile attacks against Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev defended the settlement to Soviet leaders while implementation shifted toward dismantling, shipment, and verification.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Robert Kennedy urged continued caution as the administration moved from immediate confrontation toward verification and settlement.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy instructed his advisers to handle the settlement cautiously while reconnaissance monitored dismantling at Cuban missile sites.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Stevenson continued United Nations negotiations concerning verification, withdrawal, and arrangements for ending the quarantine.
Brussels Negotiations
Leads detailed British negotiations with the European Economic Community in Brussels.
Sino-Indian War
Armed conflict breaks out between India and China along disputed Himalayan border sectors.
IV Corps Operations
B. M. Kaul commands IV Corps during the difficult opening phase of the war in the eastern sector.
Checkpoint Charlie Tank Withdrawal
American and Soviet tanks withdraw from their confrontation at Checkpoint Charlie, easing the immediate Berlin crisis.
Conference of ANC
The Conference links the ANC with the MK, the Umkhonto military wing. The ANC holds its 1st annual conference since 1959, in Bechuanaland
Meeting
Mohrenschildt meets Lee Harvey Oswald & introduces him to the Russian Dallas community
November 196247 historical events
Cuban Missile Crisis
Mikoyan arrived in Cuba to explain the Soviet-American settlement and negotiate its implementation with Fidel Castro.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev continued correspondence with Kennedy about verification and the remaining questions surrounding Soviet military equipment in Cuba.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McCone reviewed reconnaissance showing dismantled missile equipment moving toward Cuban ports for shipment back to the Soviet Union.
Post-Crisis Courses of Action
McCone sent McGeorge Bundy a memorandum outlining courses of action to follow as the administration moved from immediate crisis management toward verification and settlement.
Elsbeth Street Apartment
Oswald rented an apartment at 604 Elsbeth Street in Dallas on November 3, 1962, and reunited there with Marina.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Castro resisted intrusive international inspection proposals while discussing implementation of the Soviet withdrawal with Mikoyan.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Mikoyan defended Moscow's decision to remove the strategic missiles despite Castro's anger over being excluded from the final agreement.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Mikoyan continued difficult negotiations with Cuban leaders over inspections, tactical weapons, and Soviet military equipment remaining on the island.
Five Year Sentence
Receives five years imprisonment after conviction.
Incitement and Passport Conviction
Is sentenced for incitement and leaving South Africa illegally.
Election
Kennedy is sworn in to the Senate
Death of Eleanor Roosevelt
Death of Eleanor Roosevelt
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev resisted American demands over Soviet IL-28 bombers while negotiations continued after the ballistic missiles were dismantled.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Mikoyan pressed for acceptance of Soviet decisions concerning withdrawal of weapons while seeking to preserve the alliance with Cuba.
Cuba Intelligence Handling Postmortem
McCone reviewed an Inspector General examination of how raw intelligence on the Soviet buildup had been handled before the missiles were photographed.
Cuba Photo Gap Review
McCone received a CIA review describing the reconnaissance gap over central Cuba and the caution that had limited U-2 coverage before 14 October.
Battle of Nuranang
Jaswant Singh Rawat fights in the defence of Nuranang during the Chinese offensive in the eastern sector.
Death
Dies in Copenhagen after a career that reshaped atomic theory, quantum interpretation, nuclear physics and international scientific cooperation.
Defence of Rezang La
Captain R. V. Jatar serves with 13 Kumaon during the defence of Rezang La in the Ladakh sector.
Battle of Rezang La
Major Shaitan Singh leads Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon, in the defence of Rezang La and is killed during the battle.
Resignation after Border War
General P. N. Thapar leaves office as Army chief after the severe reverses suffered during the border war.
Capture of Aksai Chin
Chinese forces consolidate control over Aksai Chin before announcing a unilateral ceasefire.
Army Command
J. N. Chaudhuri assumes leadership of the Indian Army during the final days of the 1962 conflict.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Mikoyan's negotiations helped manage the final stages of Soviet withdrawal as the United States prepared to end the quarantine.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev accepted removal of the IL-28 bombers, clearing the principal remaining obstacle to ending the American quarantine.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Kennedy ordered the naval quarantine lifted after agreement on removal of the Soviet IL-28 bombers.
Cuban Missile Crisis
McNamara oversaw the military transition from quarantine operations after the remaining Soviet IL-28 bombers were scheduled for withdrawal.
Sino-Indian Ceasefire Policy
Participates in the Chinese government's decision to announce a unilateral ceasefire in the border war with India.
Chinese Ceasefire Declaration
China announces a unilateral ceasefire after the major phase of the Sino-Indian War.
Ceasefire
China announces a unilateral ceasefire after its major offensives against Indian positions.
Non-Invasion Pledge Warning
McCone urged McGeorge Bundy not to give Cuba an unconditional non-invasion pledge without satisfactory arrangements for inspection, verification, and protection against subversion.
Agrarian Reform Law
Promulgates Chile's first modern agrarian reform law.
Concorde
The British & French Governments agree to build what will become Concorde
Concorde
The British & French Governments agree to build what will become Concorde
Soviet Withdrawal ExComm Briefing
McCone briefed the Executive Committee on Soviet deployment, missile withdrawal, and intelligence concerning the continuing military situation in Cuba.
Tactics and Strategy of the Latin American Revolution
Guevara develops an argument on revolutionary tactics and strategy in Latin America after the missile crisis.
Comecon Common Planning Proposal
Calls for stronger supranational economic planning within Comecon, meeting resistance from several member states.
Comecon
Calls for "a common single planning organ", resisted by Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Poland, but most emphatically by increasingly nationalistic Romania, which strongly rejected the notion that they should specialize in agriculture
Economy of Russia
Calls for "a common single planning organ", resisted by Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Poland, but most emphatically by increasingly nationalistic Romania, which strongly rejected the notion that they should specialize in agriculture
Party Reorganization by Industry and Agriculture
Divides regional party organizations into separate industrial and agricultural structures in a controversial administrative reform.
Withdrawal of IL-28 Bombers from Cuba
Agrees to remove Soviet IL-28 bombers from Cuba as implementation of the missile-crisis settlement continues.
Sanctions
The United Nations General Assembly votes in favour of sanctions against South Africa
Trial
Acts of sabotage take place in Port Elizabet & Durban
Trial
Mandela represents himself & has Joe Slovo as a legal adviser
Trial
Mandela represents himself & has Joe Slovo as a legal adviser. Mandela is convicted of incitement & leaving the country illegally, given 5 yrs
United Nations
The United Nations General Assembly votes in favour of sanctions against South Africa
Thanksgiving Family Reunion
Lee and Marina traveled by bus to Fort Worth for Thanksgiving dinner with Robert Oswald and John Pic.
December 196237 historical events
Soviet Conduct in Cuba Warning
McCone warned Kennedy that Soviet communications, Cuban support for regional subversion, and Moscow's public claims required caution in any final settlement with Castro.
Thomson Provides New Forward Depth
Scottish forward Bobby Thomson transferred from Partick Thistle in December 1962 as Shankly continued reinforcing the first-team squad.
Audition
Auditions for the Rolling Stones and soon replaces Dick Taylor on bass.
Mariner 2 Solar Wind Confirmation
Reports Mariner 2 plasma measurements that confirm the continuous existence of the solar wind during the spacecraft's flight toward Venus.
Condensed Matter Theory
The achievement marks condensed matter theory as an important Russian scientific milestone.
Nobel Prize in Physics
Receives the Nobel Prize for pioneering theories of condensed matter.
Venus Surface Temperature
Mariner 2 measurements confirm that Venus is extremely hot, supporting greenhouse models of the planet's climate.
Mariner 2 Venus Flyby
Mariner 2 flies past Venus and becomes the first successful spacecraft mission to another planet.
Venus Magnetic Field
Mariner 2 detects no strong intrinsic magnetic field at Venus during its planetary encounter.
Nassau Conference
Macmillan meets Kennedy at Nassau to negotiate continued British access to a strategic nuclear delivery system
Prime Minister Removed
Dia is removed during the political crisis with President Senghor
Nassau Conference
Kennedy meets Macmillan at Nassau to resolve the Skybolt crisis and discuss a substitute nuclear system
Nassau Conference
Thorneycroft supports the British negotiating position for a nuclear missile replacement after Skybolt
Nassau Conference
McNamara participates in discussions over Skybolt cancellation and the proposed sale of Polaris to Britain
Invasion of Cuba
On 21 December 1962, Cuban Prime Minister Fidel Castro and James B. Donovan a US lawyer aided by Milan C. Miskovsky, a CIA legal officer, signed an agreement to exchange 1,113 prisoners for US $53 million in food and medicine, sourced from private donations and from companies expecting tax concessions
Brigade Prisoner Exchange Agreement
Castro agrees with Donovan to exchange 1,113 Bay of Pigs prisoners for food and medicine valued at about fifty-three million dollars.
Polaris
The USA agrees to sell Polaris to Britain
Purchase of Polaris
The USA agrees to sell Polaris to Britain
Nassau Agreement
Macmillan secures agreement for Britain to acquire Polaris missiles for its strategic deterrent
NATO Nuclear Policy
Douglas-Home supports the formula assigning British Polaris forces to NATO with a national reservation
Purchase of Polaris
Britain agrees to purchase Polaris missiles while building its own submarines and nuclear warheads
Agreement on Exchange the 1
Castro and James Donovan, a U.S. lawyer sign an agreement to exchange the 1,113 prisoners for $53 million US dollars in food and medicine, the money is raised privately
Invasion of Cuba
Castro and James Donovan, a U.S. lawyer sign an agreement to exchange the 1,113 prisoners for $53 million US dollars in food and medicine, the money is raised privately
Nassau Agreement
Kennedy agrees that the United States will make Polaris missiles available to Britain after Skybolt cancellation
NATO Nuclear Policy
Rusk supports language linking British Polaris forces to NATO except where supreme national interests are at stake
Prisoner Exchange Agreement Signed
Donovan signs the agreement providing for release of 1,113 Brigade 2506 prisoners in exchange for food and medicine.
Miskovsky Assists Negotiations
Kennedy administration legal officer Milan Miskovsky assists Donovan during the exchange negotiations.
Prisoner Exchange Agreement Reported
Kennedy is informed that Castro and Donovan have signed the prisoner exchange agreement.
Polaris Sales Agreement
The Nassau settlement forms the basis for the later Polaris Sales Agreement between the United States and Britain
Political Leader Released
Artime is released from Cuban imprisonment with other Brigade 2506 members under the exchange agreement.
Brigade Commander Released
Perez San Roman is released from Cuban imprisonment as the Bay of Pigs prisoner exchange is completed.
Released from Cuban Imprisonment
Oliva is released with other Brigade 2506 prisoners following completion of the negotiated exchange.
Operation Grandslam
Authorizes stronger United Nations military action after renewed fighting blocks a negotiated settlement in Katanga.
Brigade Flag Presented to Kennedy
Oliva joins Brigade 2506 leaders in presenting the brigade flag to Kennedy at the Orange Bowl ceremony.
Freed Brigade Welcomed in Miami
Kennedy addresses returned Brigade 2506 members at the Orange Bowl after their release from Cuban prisons.
Rolling Stones, The
Bill Wyman officially joins the Rolling Stones
Food and Medicine Exchange Terms
Donovan negotiates an exchange based on food and medical supplies rather than a conventional cash ransom.
Constitution of Algeria
Becomes Algerias 1st Prime Minister
Independence of Algeria
Becomes Algerias 1st Prime Minister
Constitution of Algeria
The Tripoli Program, which served as Algerias constitution when it won its war for independence from France in 1962, established the President as the head of state with a Prime Minister assisting in the operation of Government
Massacre
A group of Algerian Rebels open fire on a marketplace in Oran killing numerous innocent civilians, mostly women, known as the Saint Bartholomew Massacre
Tripoli Program
The Tripoli Program, which served as Algerias constitution when it won its war for independence from France in 1962, established the President as the head of state with a Prime Minister assisting in the operation of Government
Arrest of Ahmed Ben Bella
Released by de Gaulle prior to the cease-fire negotiations
National Liberation Front of Angola (FNLA)
UNITA merges with the Democratic Party of Angola. Roberto merges the UPA with the Democratic Party of Angola to form the FNLA
Arrest of Antonio Agostinho Neto
Escapes to Morocco
Independence of Angola
The MPLA adopts and reaffirms its policies for an independent Angola, democracy, multiracialism, national liberation of the entire colony, non-alignment, no foreign military bases in Angola, and nationalization
Nationalization
The MPLA adopts and reaffirms its policies for an independent Angola, democracy, multiracialism, national liberation of the entire colony, non-alignment, no foreign military bases in Angola, and nationalization
Peoples Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA)
The MPLA holds a party congress, Viriato da Cruz, found to be "slow, negligent, and adverse to planning," is replaced by Agostinho Neto. The MPLA adopts and reaffirms its policies for an independent Angola, democracy, multiracialism, national liberation of the entire colony, non-alignment, no foreign military bases in Angola, and nationalization
President of Angola
Appointed President of the Movimento Popular de Libertacao de Angola
Pesaola Coaches Historic Italian Cup Success
Bruno Pesaola coached Napoli to the 1961–62 Coppa Italia title, a remarkable success for a club competing outside Serie A that season.
Governor
Appointed Governor of Lower Austria
Bechuanaland Democratic Party
Seretse Khama founds Bechuanaland Democratic Party (BDP), later to become the Botswana Democratic Party
Botswana Democratic Party
Founds the Botswana Democratic Party
Botswana Democratic Party
Seretse Khama founds Bechuanaland Democratic Party (BDP), later to become the Botswana Democratic Party
World Cup
In the 1962 FIFA World Cup, Brazil wins its second title with Garrincha as the star player; a mantle and responsibility bestowed upon him after regular talisman, Pel‚, is injured during the first group match against Mexico.
Amarildo Takes Injured Pelé Place
Amarildo stepped into Brazil's attack after Pelé was injured and scored essential goals during the successful defence of the World Cup.
Coutinho Santos Combination With Pelé
Coutinho combined closely with Pelé in the Santos forward line during the club's historic continental championship year.
Benfica Intercontinental Cup Lisbon Hat Trick
Pelé scored three goals against Benfica in Lisbon as Santos captured the Intercontinental Cup with an emphatic away victory.
Santos Libertadores Final Against Peñarol
Pelé scored twice in the deciding Copa Libertadores playoff as Santos overcame Peñarol to win its first continental title.
Altafini Leads Napoli Attack
José Altafini joined Napoli from AC Milan and supplied experienced goalscoring as the club worked to establish itself among Italy's leading sides.
Gilmar Guards Brazil During Pelé Injury
Gilmar kept goal throughout Brazil's 1962 title defence while Pelé watched most of the competition from the sidelines.
Lima Santos Utility in Libertadores Win
Lima's versatility gave Santos tactical flexibility during the period when Pelé led the club to international trophies.
Dorval in Santos Continental Triumph
Dorval supplied Santos with attacking width as the team lifted its first Copa Libertadores title with Pelé as its headline star.
Garrincha Leads Attack After Pelé Injury
Garrincha became Brazil's primary attacking inspiration after Pelé's injury, scoring decisive goals on the route to the title.
Pepe Santos Left Footed Supply
Pepe's powerful left-footed delivery and goals complemented Pelé in the Santos side that conquered South America and Europe.
Foreign Secretary of Bulgaria
Appointed Foreign Minister
Prime Minister of Bulgaria
Appointed Prime Minister of Bulgaria
The Gutenburg Galaxy
Publication of "The Gutenburg Galaxy". Coins the phrase "the global village" for an electronic society
the global village
Publication of "The Gutenburg Galaxy". Coins the phrase "the global village" for an electronic society
Great Leap Forward
Between 16 million and 30 million people starve to death because of the 1959-62 famine caused by the "great leap forward" (the population of Communist China declined by 4.5%)
Mao breaks with the Soviet Union
Mao breaks with the Soviet Union
Sino-Indian Border Correspondence
Exchanges proposals with Indian leaders over the disputed border as military tension increases.
President of Costa Rica
Appointed President of Costa Rica
Constitution of Cuba
The Integrated Revolutionary PO Organisation is dissolved
Integrated Revolutionary PO
The Integrated Revolutionary PO Organisation is dissolved
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev agrees to remove the missiles in exchange for a US commitment not to invade Cuba and that the US will remove American MRBMs targeting Russia from Turkey and Italy.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Khrushchev wants to locate missiles in Cuba as a deterrent to a US invasion and justifies the move in response to US missile deployment in Turkey.
Cuban Missile Crisis
The US government views the installation of Soviet nuclear weapons 90 miles south of Key West as an aggressive act and a threat to US security.
Diplomatic Expulsion
Cuba is expelled from the Organisation of American States (OAS)
OAS
Cuba is expelled from the Organisation of American States (OAS)
Organisation of American States
Cuba is expelled from the Organisation of American States (OAS)
Central Committee
Appointed Member of Central Committee
Central Committee
Appointed full member of the Central Committee of the KSC
Masopust Honoured After World Cup Final
Josef Masopust wins the 1962 Ballon d’Or after leading Czechoslovakia to the World Cup final, where he scores the opening goal against Brazil despite his team’s eventual defeat.
Negotiations on Katanga
Adoula supports United Nations efforts to end Katanga's secession and restore national authority.
Foreign Secretary of Denmark
Appointed Foreign Minister of Denmark
President of Dominican Republic
Appointed President of the Dominican Republic
Diversion Tunnel Works
Osman's contractors advance the channels and tunnels needed to divert the Nile.
Nubian Community Relocation
The government accelerates construction of replacement settlements for Egyptian Nubian communities.
Consecration
The Cathedral designed by Sir Basil Spence is consecrated
Coventry Cathedral
The Cathedral designed by Sir Basil Spence is consecrated
Cleo from 5 to 7
Directs Cleo from 5 to 7, following a singer through Paris in near real time.
Jules and Jim
Directs Jules and Jim.
Le Doulos
Directs Le Doulos.
Agricultural Market Integration
Couve de Murville represented French interests as the EEC developed common agricultural market arrangements.
Fouchet Plan, The
De Gaulle backed the Fouchet Plan, which proposed a political union based on cooperation between European governments.
Fouchet Plan, The
Draws up the Fouchet Plan for a union of European based around the EU
Fouchet Plan, The
De Gaulle fears a loss of French influence in the European Communities, which was becoming more and more supranational so the Plan is an attempt to keep the balance of power in France's favour
Fouchet Plan, The
De Gaulle supported the Fouchet proposals as an alternative to further supranational expansion of the European Communities.
Fouchet Plan, The
Draws up the Fouchet Plan for a union of Europe based around the EU
Fouchet Plan, The
The Fouchet negotiations failed when other Community members rejected France's preferred intergovernmental model.
Fouchet Plan, The
The success of the European Communities and the lack of enthusiasm of other states stops the Fouchet Plan
Unification
Draws up the Fouchet Plan for a union of European based around the EU
Fouchet Plan, The
Draws up the Fouchet Plan for a union of Europe based around the EU
Fouchet Plan, The
The Fouchet Plan is vetoed by the Dutch who see it as anti-British
Political Support at Paris
Tours Germany to support Franco-German nationalism
Unification
The Fouchet Plan is vetoed by the Dutch who see it as anti-British. Draws up the Fouchet Plan for a union of European based around the EU
Prime Minister of France
Appointed Prime Minister of France
Nietzsche and Philosophy
Deleuze publishes Nietzsche and Philosophy, establishing his reputation in French academic philosophy.
Tour de France
Winner of the Tour de France, 2nd time
Chairman
Appointed Chairman of the National Resisance Council
OAS
Supports the OAS against de Gaulles policy in Algeria
Chairman
Appointed Chairman of the National Resisance Council
President of Euratom
Appointed President of Euratom
Ein Schluck Erde
Publication of Ein Schluck Erde
International Agreement at Bonn
Agrees a rapprochment with France
Scandal
Comprimised by the Spiegel Affair
Resignation of Franz Josef Strauss
Resigns after a newspaper article accuses him of corruption
Scandal
Der Spiegels publisher is arrested, Strauss is involved
Spiegel Affair
Der Spiegels publisher is arrested, Strauss is involved
Press
Arrested & charged with treason but the Government is forced to back down
Treason
Arrested & charged with treason but the Government is forced to back down
Lawrence of Arabia
Starts in "Lawrence of Arabia"
Golden Globe
Appears in The Manchurian Candidate, wins a Golden Globe for best supporting actress
The Manchurian Candidate
Appears in The Manchurian Candidate, wins a Golden Globe for best supporting actress
Lolita
Stars in North by Lolita
Dr No
Composes the "James Bond Theme" for Dr No
Long Days Journey Into Night
Stars in "Long Days Journey Into Night"
Lolita
Sellers portrays Clare Quilty in Stanley Kubrick's adaptation of Lolita.
Only Two Can Play
Sellers portrays Welsh librarian John Lewis in Only Two Can Play.
The Dock Brief
Sellers plays barrister Wilfred Morgenhall in the film adaptation The Dock Brief.
The Road to Hong Kong
Sellers makes a cameo appearance in The Road to Hong Kong.
Waltz of the Toreadors
Sellers plays General Leo Fitzjohn in Waltz of the Toreadors.
Lawrence of Arabia
Directs Lawrence of Arabia, expanding his reputation for large-scale historical and visual filmmaking.
Comedy
Steptoe & Son runs, with some breaks, until 1974
Evening Standard Award
Wins the first of a record five Best Actress Evening Standard Awards for her roles in Peter Shaffers plays The Private Ear and The Public Eye, both opposite Kenneth Williams
Education
Reads modern history at Brasenose College, Oxford
Comedy
Cast in his most famous role, as Albert Steptoe, the irascible father in Steptoe and Son, initially a pilot on the BBCs Comedy Playhouse
A Clockwork Orange
Publication of "A Clockwork Orange"
The Golden Notebook
Lessings breakthrough work is "The Golden Notebook"
The Drowned World
Publication of "The Drowned World"
All Dressed Up and Nowhere to Go
Bradbury published a humour book exploring the contradictions of contemporary British life.
Evelyn Waugh Critical Study
Bradbury published a critical introduction to Evelyn Waugh's fiction and satirical methods.
Dave Dee
Founder member of "Dave Dee and the Bostons". Change their name to "Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich"
Contract
Signs up the Beatles for EMI Records, produces their recordings until 1969
Crusaders
The Crusaders give Jimmy Page his first taste of touring life and an appearance on a single, "The Road to Love"
The Confederates
Pete Townshend and his school friend from Acton County Grammar School John Entwistle found their first band, The Confederates, a Dixieland duet featuring Townshend on banjo and Entwistle on horns
Ember Records
From 1962, Barry transferred to Ember Records where he produced albums as well as arranging them
The Confederates
Pete Townshend and his school friend from Acton County Grammar School John Entwistle found their first band, The Confederates, a Dixieland duet featuring Townshend on banjo and Entwistle on horns
Beatles, The
The Beatles fail an audition at Decca. The Beatles are turned down by DECCA
Beatles, The
The Beatles fail an audition at Decca. The Beatles are turned down by DECCA
Ealing Jazz Club
Jagger and his childhood friend Keith Richards meet Jones when he and Paul Jones are playing Elmore James "Dust My Broom" with Korner's band at the Ealing Jazz Club
Elmo Lewis
Jones leaves Cheltenham and moves to London where he becomes friends with fellow musicians Alexis Korner, future Manfred Mann singer Paul Jones, future Cream bassist Jack Bruce and others who make up the small London rhythm and blues and jazz scene & becomes a blues musician, for a brief time calling himself "Elmo Lewis", and playing slide guitar
Rolling Stones, The
As Keith Richards tells it, Jones came up with the name the "Rollin Stones" (later with the g) while on the phone with a venue owner, "The voice on the other end of the line obviously said, What are you called? Panic. The Best of Muddy Waters album was lying on the floorand track five, side one was Rollin Stone"
Rolling Stones, The
Jagger and his childhood friend Keith Richards had met Jones when he and Paul Jones were playing Elmore James "Dust My Broom" with Korner's band at the Ealing Jazz Club, Jagger brought guitarist Richards to rehearsals.
Rolling Stones, The
Jones places an advertisement in Jazz News (a Soho club information sheet) of 2 May 1962 inviting musicians to audition for a new R&B group at the Bricklayers Arms pub.
Rolling Stones, The
Pianist Ian "Stu" Stewart is the first to respond, later singer Mick Jagger also joins this band.
Rolling Stones, The
Richards then joins the band.
Rolling Stones, The
Jones comes up with the name "The Rollin Stones" (later with the g)
Rolling Stones, The
Jones leaves Cheltenham and moves to London where he becomes friends with fellow musicians Alexis Korner, future Manfred Mann singer Paul Jones, future Cream bassist Jack Bruce and others who make up the small London rhythm and blues and jazz scene & becomes a blues
Rolling Stones, The
Jones recruits Ian "Stu" Stewart and singer Mick Jagger into his band - who, with Jagger's childhood friend Keith Richards, met Jones when he and Paul Jones were playing Elmore James "Dust My Broom" with Korner's band at The Ealing Club.
Rolling Stones, The
The Rolling Stones lineup settles down to Jagger, Richards, Stewart, Jones, Taylor, and drummer Tony Chapman.
Rolling Stones, The
musician, for a brief time calling himself "Elmo Lewis", and playing slide guitar.
Rolling Stones, The
The Stones have their first gig at the Marquee Club with Jagger, Richards, Jones, Stewart, bass player Dick Taylor (later of The Pretty Things) and drummer Tony Chapman
Rolling Stones, The
The Rolling Stones lineup settles down to Jagger, Richards, Stewart, Jones, Taylor, and drummer Tony Chapman
Rolling Stones, The
The Rolling Stones lineup settles down to Jagger, Richards, Stewart, Jones, Taylor, and drummer Tony Chapman
Rolling Stones, The
The Stones have their first gig at the Marquee Club with Jagger, Richards, Jones, Stewart, bass player Dick Taylor (later of The Pretty Things) and drummer Tony Chapman
Joining The Detours
Joins Roger Daltrey's group The Detours.
Joining The Detours
Becomes drummer for The Detours before Keith Moon.
Joining The Detours
Joins The Detours after Entwistle recommends him.
Joining The Ravens
Joins his brother Ray’s early group.
NHS Full Hip Replacement Government
The Conservative Party Government is in office as this NHS milestone occurs: Professor John Charnley carries out the first full hip replacement at Wrightington Hospital.
NHS Full Hip Replacement NHS Development
This NHS development occurs while Harold Macmillan serves as Prime Minister: Professor John Charnley carries out the first full hip replacement at Wrightington Hospital.
NHS Full Hip Replacement
During Harold Macmillan's government, professor John Charnley carries out the first full hip replacement at Wrightington Hospital.
Secretary of State for Defence
Appointed Minister of Defence
Deputy Prime Minister
Appointed Deputy Prime Minister
First Secretary
Appointed First Secretary of State
Independence of Aden
Aden is given partial self-Government
Independence of Great Britain
Aden is given partial self-Government
Rule of Aden
Aden is given partial self-Government
Visit to Paris
Visits de Gaulle to discuss British entry into the EC & Anglo-French nuclear strategy
Skybolt Crisis
Macmillan faces a strategic crisis when the United States moves toward cancellation of Skybolt
Commonwealth Immigrants Act
Commonwealth Immigrants Act 1962 introduces immigration controls on citizens of Commonwealth countries
Education Act
Education Act 1962 creates mandatory awards for university students and changes education finance
Pipe-lines Act
Pipe-lines Act 1962 creates controls over pipeline construction and operation
Town and Country Planning Act
Town and Country Planning Act 1962 consolidates planning law and development control provisions
Transport Act
Transport Act 1962 reorganises nationalised transport and creates the British Railways Board
Skybolt Crisis
Douglas-Home handles diplomatic pressure as Britain seeks to preserve an independent nuclear deterrent
Deputy Party Leader
Appointed Deputy Leader of the Labour Party & also becomes Deputy Prime Minister
Deputy Prime Minister
Appointed Deputy Leader of the Labour Party & also becomes Deputy Prime Minister
Facing the Dictators
Publishes Facing the Dictators, covering his prewar diplomacy
Pilkington Committee on Broadcasting
Hoggart completed service on the Pilkington Committee, which evaluated British broadcasting and its public responsibilities.
Facing The Dictators
Publication of "Facing The Dictators"
Marriage to Anne Williams
Marries Anne Harding Williams, who later shares his long-term work developing Thenford House and its gardens.
Common Market Debate
Breaks with Hugh Gaitskell by supporting British entry into the European Economic Community.
Foreign Policy
Speaks for Labour on foreign affairs while the party debates defence, Europe and decolonisation.
Death of Edward Hugh John Neale Dalton
Death of Edward Hugh John Neale Dalton
Election
The Liberals win the Orpington by-election, "Orpington Man" represents the new elector
Interstellar Graphite Grains
Hoyle and Chandra Wickramasinghe proposed graphite particles as an important component of interstellar dust.
A for Andromeda Book
Hoyle and John Elliot published a novel based on the television story A for Andromeda.
Nobel Prize
Shares the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for determining the structure of globular proteins, especially myoglobin, through X-ray crystallography.
Nobel Prize
Shares the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for determining the structures of globular proteins, particularly haemoglobin, by X-ray analysis.
Nobel Prize
Shares the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discoveries concerning the molecular structure of nucleic acids and its significance for information transfer.
Bondi Mass Loss
Bondi and collaborators formulate how an isolated radiating system loses mass as gravitational waves carry energy away to infinity, strengthening the physical interpretation of gravitational radiation.
Cooper-Pair Tunnelling Prediction
Predicts that paired electrons can tunnel coherently between superconductors, producing the Josephson effects.
Transfer
Returns to Fulham after a disagreement with Albion vice-chairman Jim Gaunt over his salary
World Cup Withdrawal
Withdraws from England's 1962 World Cup squad after suffering an ankle injury before the tournament.
World Cup
Joins England's forward options after injuries as the team reaches the 1962 World Cup quarter-finals.
First Division Championship
Manages Ipswich Town to the First Division Title
Ipswich Town
Manages Ipswich Town to the First Division Title
World Cup
Has to pull out of the World Cup squad due to injury.
World Cup Goal Against Brazil
Gerry Hitchens scores against Brazil in the opening knock out stage but England lose 1-3.
World Cup Group Qualification
England reached the knockout stage after losing 2-1 to Hungary, defeating Argentina 3-1, and drawing 0-0 with Bulgaria.
World Cup Squad Call-Up
Gerry Hitchens was called up to replace an injured Bobby Smith.
World Cup Strike Partnership
Bobby Smith's injury forced Jimmy Greaves to play with new strike partners, first Gerry Hitchens and then debutant Alan Peacock.
World Cup
Plays in the 1962 World Cup in Chile, where he is acclaimed as "the best right-back in the world".
FA Cup
Greaves wins the FA Cup in 1962.
World Cup
Plays in England's 1962 World Cup campaign, scoring against Brazil in the quarter-final defeat.
World Cup
Replaces Peter Swan in the World Cup.
World Cup
Picks up an injury which rules him out of the World Cup.
Debut
His form and impact on West Ham as a whole earned him a late call-up to the full England squad by Walter Winterbottom and the Football Association selection committee
Election
His form and impact on West Ham as a whole earned him a late call-up to the full England squad by Walter Winterbottom and the Football Association selection committee
World Cup
Scores fron the penalty spot in Englands opening game against Hungary, but England lose 2-1.
Central Council of Recreation
Appointed General Secretary of the Central Council of Recreation
Manager Football Team
Convinces the FA that the England team manager must have sole control of selection
World Cup
Winterbottom England to qualification for the finals in Chile with wins over Portugal and Luxembourg , after progressing from their group on goal average, England reached the quarter finals but were beaten 3-1 by the eventual winners, Brazil.
Manager
Appointed Manager of Arsenal
Championship Winning Captain
Andy Nelson captains Ipswich Town through the 1961–62 First Division campaign, leading the defensive unit of a team that wins the league in its debut top-flight season.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - Billy Baxter
With Ipswich Town crowned English First Division champions in 1962, Billy Baxter was part of the title-winning side as defender in the squad. The title followed a campaign in which the side built its success through sustained results and teamwork, with Billy Baxter contributing to that collective effort.
Revie Leeds Tactical Development
Charlton becomes integral to the organised, hard-working Leeds United side that Don Revie is assembling in the Second Division.
Player of the Year
Burnley defender Adamson is named the writers Footballer of the Year after providing the composure and organisation central to his side’s successful season.
Left Back in League Title Team
John Compton occupies the left-back position as Ipswich Town completes its unexpected First Division triumph in 1962, adding consistency to the title-winning back line.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - Larry Carberry
Larry Carberry served in the defensive unit of the championship team as Ipswich Town secured the 1961–62 Football League First Division title. The defender combined marking and positional discipline with support for passing from the back.
Right Back in Championship Eleven
Larry Carberry plays at right-back in Ipswich Town’s championship-winning team, helping support the disciplined defensive organisation developed under Alf Ramsey.
Norman Spurs Defensive Base for Greaves
Norman helped Tottenham build a stable defensive platform while Greaves scored regularly in domestic and European football.
Boxing Day Knee Injury
Clough suffers a serious knee injury while playing Sunderland against Bury on Boxing Day 1962. The damage profoundly changes the course of his playing career.
Manchester United Record Arrival
Matt Busby brought Law from Torino to Manchester United for a new British transfer-record fee, installing him at the heart of the attack.
United Debut Goalscoring Impact
Law quickly demonstrated his penalty-area instincts after joining United, beginning the most productive chapter of his club career.
Inside Forward in Title Winning Lineup
Doug Moran serves as an inside-forward in Ipswich Town’s 1961–62 First Division side and scores in the important March victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - Doug Moran
The 1962 English league championship was earned by Ipswich Town with Doug Moran among the midfielders associated with the team. Doug Moran featured in the midfield of the league champions and participated in a side that finished above its top-flight rivals.
1962 FA Cup Final Opening Goal
Scores early as Tottenham begin their 3-1 victory over Burnley.
Spurs European Cup Winners Cup Campaign Begins
Greaves supplied goals in Tottenham's 1962-63 European Cup Winners' Cup run, including important attacking contributions in early rounds.
Tottenham Retain FA Cup
Greaves played a central role in Spurs retaining the FA Cup by beating Burnley 3-1 in the final.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - Mick Hill
With Ipswich Town crowned English First Division champions in 1962, Mick Hill was part of the title-winning side as forward in the squad. The title followed a campaign in which the side built its success through sustained results and teamwork, with Mick Hill contributing to that collective effort.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - Ray Crawford
The 1962 English league championship was earned by Ipswich Town with Ray Crawford among the forwards associated with the team. Ray Crawford was part of the attacking unit that won the league and participated in a side that finished above its top-flight rivals.
Joint Top Scorer in Championship Season
Ray Crawford scores 33 First Division goals for Ipswich Town in 1961–62, sharing the league scoring lead as the newly promoted club secures the English championship.
Second Division Championship Goals
Roger Hunt's prolific finishing helped Liverpool win the 1961–62 Second Division title and return to the English top flight.
Saunders Adds Goals During Third Tier Rise
Saunders spearheads Portsmouth's attacking efforts during the season in which the club wins the Third Division championship.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - Ted Phillips
Ted Phillips was part of the attacking unit that won the league as Ipswich Town secured the 1961–62 Football League First Division title. The forward provided runs into scoring positions and attacking pressure during the championship season.
Twenty-Eight Goals in Title Campaign
Ted Phillips contributes 28 league goals alongside Ray Crawford, giving Ipswich Town the striking partnership that helps deliver its first top-flight title.
League Cup Winning Forward
Terry Allcock formed part of Norwich City's attacking resources as the team won its first major trophy by defeating Rochdale in the 1962 League Cup final.
Goalkeeper Collects Hammer of the Year
Lawrie Leslie earns West Ham’s Hammer of the Year award, recognising his goalkeeping performances in the early years of Ron Greenwood’s management.
Goalkeeper in First Division Title Side
Roy Bailey keeps goal for Ipswich Town during its historic 1961–62 championship season, providing a dependable presence behind Alf Ramsey’s defence.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - Roy Bailey
Roy Bailey represented Ipswich Town during the season ending in 1962, when the club won the Football League First Division. As a goalkeeper, Roy Bailey provided handling, positioning and vital saves behind the defence over the league season.
Tottenham Retain FA Cup
Manages Tottenham to a 3-1 final victory over Burnley as the club retains the FA Cup.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - Alf Ramsey
Alf Ramsey represented Ipswich Town during the season ending in 1962, when the club won the Football League First Division. As a manager, Alf Ramsey planned the tactical approach, selected the squad and guided the club to the English top-flight championship.
Cox Secures Third Division Championship
Cox leads Portsmouth to the Third Division title and promotion, returning the club to the second tier after an unsettled period.
Fourth Division Rebuilding
MacDonald managed Brentford during a period of rebuilding after the club had fallen into the Fourth Division of English football.
Busby Buys Law From Torino
Busby committed a British-record fee to sign Law and rebuild Manchester United's attack around his exceptional finishing.
First League Cup Winning Manager
Willie Reid managed Norwich City to the 1962 Football League Cup, which the Canaries secured by defeating Rochdale over two legs.
Title Winning Half Back
Bill Baxter plays in the Ipswich Town half-back line during the club’s first English championship, working behind the prolific attacking combination of Crawford and Phillips.
Mackay Leadership in Spurs Cup Defence
Mackay's tackling and drive supported a Tottenham side that retained the FA Cup with Greaves leading the attack.
Half Back in Historic Championship
John Elsworthy operates in the half-back line during Ipswich Town’s 1961–62 league championship, contributing to the team structure in possession and defence.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - John Elsworthy
The 1962 English league championship was earned by Ipswich Town with John Elsworthy among the midfielders associated with the team. John Elsworthy featured in the midfield of the league champions and participated in a side that finished above its top-flight rivals.
White Midfield Service in Cup Winners Cup Run
White's creativity in Tottenham's midfield supplied space and opportunities for Greaves during the club's European campaign.
League Title Squad Contribution
Reg Pickett appears among Ipswich Town’s 1961–62 First Division squad members, providing additional half-back options during the season that ends with the championship.
Ipswich Town 1962 First Division Title - Jimmy Leadbetter
Jimmy Leadbetter represented Ipswich Town during the season ending in 1962, when the club won the Football League First Division. As a winger, Jimmy Leadbetter advanced play along the flanks and supplied deliveries that helped the title-winning attack.
Left Wing Role in League Triumph
Jimmy Leadbetter supplies width from the left wing for Ipswich Town in 1961–62, helping create attacking opportunities as the club rises to the top of English football.
Right Wing in First Division Champions
Roy Stephenson features as Ipswich Town’s outside-right during the title campaign, providing forward support and width in Alf Ramsey’s established formation.
Nuclear Power
Visits de Gaulle to discuss Anglo-French co-operation in nuclear weapons
European Cup
Puskas plays in his last European Cup Final, for Real Madrid against Benfica in 1962. Benfica won 5-3, Puskas, aged 35, scored all three goals for Real
Second Benfica European Cup
Directs Benfica's attacking comeback against Real Madrid in the European Cup final, concluding a remarkable two-season run of European titles.
Education
Pratibha Patil completes her studies in Jalgaon before beginning a career in law and politics.
Election
Pratibha Patil wins election to the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly from Jalgaon.
Resignation of Vengalil Krishan Krishna Menon
V.K. Krishna Menon resigns as Defence Minister after the military crisis during the Sino-Indian War.
Vice President
Zakir Husain becomes Vice President of India.
INCOSPAR
Vikram Sarabhai takes responsibility for organising Indian space research through the newly formed INCOSPAR.
Faster-than-light Particles
E. C. G. Sudarshan and collaborators publish a theoretical analysis showing how hypothetical faster-than-light particles can fit within special relativity.
Battle of Aksai Chin
Chinese forces defeat Indian positions in the Aksai Chin sector during the 1962 border war.
Major General
Appointed Major General
Execution
Eichmann is found guilty of crimes committed in the Holocaust & executed in Israel. Adolph Eichmann, Gestapo official and Nazi war criminal, is hanged near Tel Aviv, Israel, for his role in the Nazi murder of over one million Jews
Holocaust
Eichmann is found guilty of crimes committed in the Holocaust & executed in Israel
Immigration
Israel welcomes its 1,000,000th immigrant
The Open Work
Eco published The Open Work, an influential study of openness and interpretation in modern art.
Defensive Reinforcement from AC Milan
Joins Juventus from AC Milan and begins a long spell as a reliable defensive organiser who goes on to captain the club during the 1960s and 1970s.
Prime Minister of Jamaica
Appointed Prime Minister of Jamaica, 1st Prime Minister of an independent Jamaica
Constitution of Jamaica
Bustamante becomes Jamaicas first Prime Minister
Sanjuro
Kurosawas Sanjuro
Minister of Finance
Appointed Finance Minister
Prime Minister of Kampuchea
Appointed Prime Minister of Kampuchea
Prime Minister of Kampuchea
Appointed Prime Minister of Kampuchea
Tou Samouth Suppression
Military intelligence under Lon Nol is linked to suppression of early CPK leadership
Election
Government attacks prevent the KCP from participating in the 1962 election and drove it underground
KCP
When Ton Samouth was murdered, Pol Pot becomes the acting leader of the communist party. Government attacks prevent the KCP from participating in the 1962 election and drove it underground
Party Leader
When Ton Samouth was murdered, Pol Pot becomes the acting leader of the communist party
Death of Tou Samouth
The underground communist party secretary Tou Samouth is arrested and later killed while in custody
KCP
When Ton Samouth was murdered, Pol Pot becomes the acting leader of the communist party. The underground communist party secretary Tou Samouth is arrested and later killed while in custody
Khmer Rouge
Founds the guerrilla movement, Khmer Rouge
Party Leader
Appointed Party Leader of the Kampuchean Communist Party
Minister of Labour
Appointed Minister of Labour
Arrest of U Nu
Arrested for 5 years after a coup led by Ne Win
Coup
Arrested for 5 years after a coup led by Ne Win
Nationalization
Announces plans to nationalize the import trade
The Burmese Way to Socialism
Publication of "The Burmese Way to Socialism". Combines Buddhist thought with Marxist theory as the nations official policy
Coup
Leads the military coup & becomes dictator ruling through the Revolutionary Council
Coup
Ne Win seizes power during a military coup
Feyenoord Retains Dutch Championship
Rinus Bennaars represents Feyenoord as the Rotterdam club retains its Dutch league title, sustaining the success of the previous season with a talented attacking group.
Prime Minister of Nigeria
Appointed Prime Minister of Nigeria, 2nd term
Election
Wins the election
Coup
The military stage a coup after Haya de la Torre win the election
Election
The military stage a coup after Haya de la Torre win the election
Knife in the Water
Completion of the film, "Knife in the Water"
Archbishop
Appointed Acting Archbishop
President of Poland
Appointed President of the Second Vatican Council
Benfica European Defence
Represents Benfica in the 1962 European Cup final, helping the Lisbon side withstand Real Madrid's attack during a high-scoring victory.
Benfica Young European Champion
Plays on the wing for Benfica in the European Cup final against Real Madrid and helps provide the width for a five-goal performance.
Benfica European Final Victory
Features in Benfica's attacking line as the Portuguese champions overcome Real Madrid 5-3 to retain Europe's leading club trophy.
Benfica European Final Goalkeeper
Guards Benfica's goal in the 1962 European Cup final as the team secures a famous 5-3 victory against Real Madrid.
Benfica Defend European Cup
Scores a powerful second-half goal as Benfica defeat Real Madrid 5-3 in the European Cup final, completing a second consecutive continental triumph.
A Day In the Life of Ivan Denisovich", with the explicit approval of Nikita Khrushchev, brings the Soviet system of prison labour to the attention of the West
Publication of "One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich". Publication of "A Day In the Life of Ivan Denisovich", with the explicit approval of Nikita Khrushchev, brings the Soviet system of prison labour to the attention of the West
A Day In the Life of Ivan Denisovich
Publication of "One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich". Publication of "A Day In the Life of Ivan Denisovich", with the explicit approval of Nikita Khrushchev, brings the Soviet system of prison labour to the attention of the West
One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich
Publication of "One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich". Publication of "A Day In the Life of Ivan Denisovich", with the explicit approval of Nikita Khrushchev, brings the Soviet system of prison labour to the attention of the West
Novy Mir Reviewing
Shalamov began working as a freelance literary reviewer for the journal Novy Mir.
Purge
Expelled from the Communist Party
Comecon
Calls for "a common single planning organ", resisted by Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Poland, but most emphatically by increasingly nationalistic Romania, which strongly rejected the notion that they should specialize in agriculture. Mongolia joins the Comecon
Crisis
The US & Russia withdraw their tanks from the Berlin Wall
International Agreement at Moscow
Raul Castro agrees for missiles to be based in Cuba
Mongolia joins the Comecon
Mongolia joins the Comecon. Forcred by Kennedy to remove missiles from Cuba
Raul Castro Moscow Missile Talks
Meets Raul Castro during preparations for expanded Soviet military support to Cuba.
Soviet Missile Deployment in Cuba
Authorizes deployment of Soviet nuclear-capable missiles to Cuba in an attempt to deter another American invasion.
Laser Interferometer Proposal
Gertsenshtein and Vladislav Pustovoit outline the use of laser interferometry to detect tiny gravitational-wave changes in the separation of freely suspended test masses.
Four Goals at Chile World Cup
Ivanov scores four goals during the Soviet Union's World Cup campaign in Chile, sharing the tournament's top-scoring total with several other players.
Chile World Cup Quarter-Final Appearance
Yashin represents the Soviet Union in the 1962 World Cup quarter-final against Chile, where the hosts win a tightly contested match 2-1.
Commander of Rocket Forces
Appointed Commander of the rocket forces
Marshal
Appointedarshal
Abolition of Slavery
Supports implementation of the state reform ending slavery.
Abolition of Slavery
Leads the government decision abolishing slavery in Saudi Arabia.
Ten-Point Reform Programme
Presents a reform programme addressing government, education and social development.
Ten-Point Reform Programme
Supports the royal programme for administrative and social reform.
Commander in Chief
Commander of Saudi Arabian National Guard from 1962 to November 2010
Reform of Racial Laws
Announces self-Government for Transkei, to show races can have self-development. The Government tries out its policy of "separate development"
Technical Co-operation in Africa
South Africa is expelled from the Commission for Technical Co-operation in Africa
Trial
Acts of sabotage take place in Port Elizabet & Durban. Public getherings in connection with the trial are banned
Conference of OAU
Leaves South Africa illegally to attend the Conference. ANC delegate at the Pan-African Freedom Movement for East, Central & Southern Africa
Trial
Mandela represents himself & has Joe Slovo as a legal adviser. Mandela is convicted of incitement & leaving the country illegally, given 5 yrs. The ANC sets up a "Free Nelson Mandela" Committee
Armed Struggle Training
Studies guerrilla tactics before returning to South Africa.
Military Training Abroad
Receives military training during his African journey.
Arrest of Thabo Mvuyelwa Mbeki
Arrested for belonging to the banned ANC
Exile of Thabo Mvuyelwa Mbeki
Illegally leaves South Africa for England
En un Vasto Dominio
Publication of "En un Vasto Dominio"
Barcelona Youth Development
Joins Barcelona's youth system before developing into a long-serving first-team forward.
Governor
Appointed Governor General of Sri Lanka
Geneva Disarmament Delegation Service
Begins serving with Sweden's delegation to international disarmament negotiations in Geneva, a role he continues for many years.
First In-Field Safeguards Inspection
The IAEA conducts its first in-field verification activity at Norway's NORA research reactor.
Chile World Cup Defensive Duties
Schneiter represented Switzerland at the World Cup in Chile, when the national team struggled against stronger opponents in a demanding group.
Chile World Cup Forward Line
Tacchella was among the Swiss attackers selected for the 1962 finals, providing an outlet as the team sought its first points in Chile.
President of Tanzania
Appointed President of the Tanganyika Republic
Independence of Uganda
Uganda gains independence & Obote becomes its first prime Minister
Prime Minister of Uganda
Appointed Prime Minister of Uganda, 1st term
Academy Award
Academy Award for Best Actress in The Miracle Worker
Kid Galahad
Bronson in the role of Lew Nyack, a veteran boxing trainer who helped Walter Gulick (Elvis Presley) polish his skills for the big fight with Sugarboy Romero in the movie, Kid Galahad
Emmy Award
Stars in McHales Navy & wins an Emmy
McHales Navy
Stars in McHales Navy & wins an Emmy
The Trial
Directs, "The Trial"
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
Stars in, "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance". Stars in, "How the West Was Won"
Boys Night Out
Boys Night Out is an American comedy film released in 1962, starring Kim Novak, James Garner, and Tony Randall, and directed by Michael Gordon
Irma la Douce
Stars in "Irma la Douce". Stars in "Days of Wine and Roses"
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
Appears in The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
Boys Night Out
Boys Night Out is an American comedy film released in 1962, starring Kim Novak, James Garner, and Tony Randall, and directed by Michael Gordon
Boys Night Out
Boys Night Out is an American comedy film released in 1962, starring Kim Novak, James Garner, and Tony Randall, and directed by Michael Gordon
Long Days Journey Into Night
Directs "Long Days Journey Into Night"
Boys Night Out
Boys Night Out is an American comedy film released in 1962, starring Kim Novak, James Garner, and Tony Randall, and directed by Michael Gordon
Whos Afraid of Virginia Wolf?
Publication of "Whos Afraid of Virginia Wolf?"
Nobel Prize
Winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature
The Freewheelin Bob Dylan
Tensions between Grossman and John Hammond led to Hammond being replaced as the producer of Dylans second album by the young African American jazz producer Tom Wilson. Dylan legally changes his name to Robert Dylan, and signs a management contract with Albert Grossman
Beach Boys
Appointed Member of Beach Boys, 1st term
Hes a Rebel
"Only Love Can Break a Heart" was Pitneys biggest US hit, peaking at No. 2 on the charts. No 1 song for The Crystals "Hes a Rebel," written by Pitney
Only Love Can Break a Heart
"Only Love Can Break a Heart" was Pitneys biggest US hit, peaking at No. 2 on the charts. No 1 song for The Crystals "Hes a Rebel," written by Pitney
Chitlin Circuit
Hendrix makes a precarious living on the Chitlin Circuit, performing in black-oriented venues throughout the South with both the King Kasuals and in backing bands for various soul, R&B, and blues musicians
The Freewheelin Bob Dylan
Tensions between Grossman and John Hammond led to Hammond being replaced as the producer of Dylans second album by the young African American jazz producer Tom Wilson
Bob Dylan
Releases, "Bob Dylan", consists of familiar folk, blues and gospel material combined with two of his own songs
The Freewheelin Bob Dylan
Tensions between Grossman and John Hammond led to Hammond being replaced as the producer of Dylans second album by the young African American jazz producer Tom Wilson
Greenwich Village
Becomes Dylan's companion and influences his political awareness.
Blind Boy Grunt
Publishes folk material linked to Dylan's Blind Boy Grunt pseudonym.
Management Contract
Signs a management contract with Bob Dylan.
The Freewheelin Bob Dylan
Replaces John Hammond as producer during Dylan's second album period.
Blind Boy Grunt
Records Broadside material under the pseudonym Blind Boy Grunt.
Blind Boy Grunt
Records several songs for Broadside under the name Blind Boy Grunt.
Bob Dylan Album Sales
The first Columbia album makes limited commercial impact in its first year.
Siege of Berlin
The US & Russia withdraw their tanks from the Berlin Wall
Withdrawal Negotiations at Berlin
The US & Russia withdraw their tanks from the Berlin Wall
Secretary of Labor
Appointed Secretary of Labor
Secretary of State for Health, Education & Welfare
Appointed Secretary of State for Health, Education & Welfare
Skybolt
McNamara concludes that Skybolt is costly and unnecessary for American forces because the United States has other strategic systems
Election
Stands for Governor of Texas, although he gained the support of Barry Goldwater Walker finishes last
Anti-Castro Soldier of Fortune Profile
Government records repeatedly characterized Sturgis as a soldier of fortune involved in anti-Castro operations based in the Miami area.
Federal File on Frank Fiorini
Federal agencies maintained files on Fiorini because of his extensive anti-Castro activity and contacts with Cuban exile organizations.
Fiorini-Sturgis Alias Review
Federal biographical material used both Frank Fiorini and Frank Sturgis when reconstructing his Cuban revolutionary background and later political activities.
Robert Kennedy Assassination Discussion
The HSCA found evidence that Hoffa and Edward Partin discussed a possible plan to assassinate Attorney General Robert Kennedy in 1962, although the proposal was not shown to have progressed beyond discussion.
CRC Position Ends
Miami headquarters removed Arcacha Smith from his Cuban Revolutionary Council post, and the New Orleans delegation later moved from the Camp Street office.
Domestic Operations Division Assignment
Hunt became chief of covert action in CIA's Domestic Operations Division, a position he held during the early 1960s.
Election
Elected to the Senate in a special election to fill the seat once held by his brother John
Deed Poll
Changes name by deed poll from Blythe to Clinton
Election
Defeated in the elections to become the Governor of California
Election
Elected to the United States House of Representatives for the Thirteenth Congressional District in Illinois in 1962, at the age of 30
Project Mercury
Slayton remains a member of the Mercury Seven but does not make a Mercury flight after being removed from flight status for medical reasons.
Hubble Space Telescope
In a report by the United States National Academy of Sciences recommends the development of a space telescope as part of the space program
Mercury Experiments
During Aurora 7, Carpenter conducts scientific and engineering observations while completing three Earth orbits.
Apollo Crew Selection
Begins shaping astronaut assignments that later feed Apollo crews.
Mercury Radar
Radar astronomy helps refine measurements of Mercury and Venus.
Apollo Spacecraft Program Office
Helps organise Apollo spacecraft management at NASA.
Saturn V
Leads Marshall work on the Saturn V launch vehicle.
Fast and Slow Solar Wind Streams
Uses Mariner 2 plasma data to identify distinct faster and slower streams within the solar wind rather than a single uniform outflow.
Visible Light-Emitting Diode
Demonstrates a practical visible LED in which electron-hole recombination produces light.
World Champion
Sonny Liston becomes world heavyweight champion by knocking out Floyd Patterson in the first round
World Champion
Sonny Liston becomes world heavyweight champion by knocking out Floyd Patterson in the first round
Nobel Prize
Receives the Nobel Peace Prize for campaigning against nuclear weapons testing.
Chairman
Appointed Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Secretary of Army
Appointed Secretary of the Army
Operation Ranchand
The goal is to clear vegetation alongside highways to prevent Vietcong concealment. Forests are sprayed with "Agent Orange," an herbicide containing deadly dioxin
Chairman
Appointed Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Mobilization
Sent to Vietnam by Kennedy, reports the US has spent $2 billion in 7 yrs
Visit to Saigon
Visits Siagon & states that America is going to win the War
Secretary of Army
Appointed Secretary of the Army
Advisory War
Serves as a prominent American adviser in South Vietnam
Vietnam Assessment
Directs Pentagon assessments of the expanding advisory war
Sunrise
Thao believes this will win sympathy for the Vietcong. Oversees the programm to create peasant built stockades
Plot
Helps drop a bomb on Diem in his Presidential Palace, Diem survives
Assassination of Ngo Dinh Diem
Avoids losing his life when the Presidential Palace is bombed. Announces on the radio that he owes his life to "divine protection"
Plot
Avoids losing his life when the Presidential Palace is bombed. Announces on the radio that he owes his life to "divine protection"
Diem Regime Influence
Remains an influential figure in the Diem family's political network
Strategic Hamlet Program
Promotes the Strategic Hamlet Program against communist influence in the countryside
Viziers Elephant
Publication of "Viziers Elephant"
Conversations With Stalin", the "greatest criminal in history
Publication of "Conversations With Stalin", the "greatest criminal in history"
Conversations With Stalin
Publication of "Conversations With Stalin", the "greatest criminal in history"
greatest criminal in history
Publication of "Conversations With Stalin", the "greatest criminal in history"
Boll Literary Essays
Böll published and circulated essays on literature, responsibility and political memory.
Independence Opens Economic Transition
Following independence, Ahmed Ben Bella's government faces the task of replacing departed French administrators and reorganizing economic institutions.
Abandoned Farms Enter Self Management
Ben Bella's government backs worker management of agricultural and industrial enterprises left by departing colonial owners.
Independence Opens Economic Transition
Following independence, Ahmed Ben Bella's government faces the task of replacing departed French administrators and reorganizing economic institutions.
Abandoned Farms Enter Self Management
Ben Bella's government backs worker management of agricultural and industrial enterprises left by departing colonial owners.
Kuwaiti Constitution Is Promulgated
Abdullah Al Salim Al Sabah approves a constitution establishing institutions for an independent constitutional monarchy.