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March 1966 Tropical Ephemeris

What happened in March 1966

• March 1, 1966: The British Government plans to decimalise the pound sterling, effective from 15 February 1971 (Decimal Day). Decimalisation simplified currency calculations and aligned the UK with other countries using the metric system.
• March 2, 1966: Kwame Nkrumah, the first president of Ghana, arrives in Guinea and is granted asylum after being overthrown in a military coup. This event marked the end of his presidency and the beginning of a new era in Ghanaian politics.
• March 4, 1966: Canadian Pacific Air Lines Flight 402 crashes in Tokyo, Japan, killing 64 out of 72 people on board. The accident highlighted the need for improved air traffic control and safety measures.
• March 5, 1966: BOAC Flight 911 crashes in Japan, killing all 124 people on board. The accident was caused by severe clear-air turbulence and led to increased focus on weather forecasting and flight safety.
• March 7, 1966: Charles de Gaulle requests negotiations with U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson regarding the state of NATO equipment in France. This request reflected tensions between France and the U.S. and highlighted the changing dynamics of the Cold War.
• March 8, 1966: Anti-communist demonstrations occur at the Indonesian Foreign Ministry. These demonstrations were part of the broader political and social unrest in Indonesia during this period, leading to the eventual downfall of President Sukarno and the rise of Suharto.
• March 10, 1966: Crown Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands marries Claus von Amsberg, facing some protests due to his German heritage. This event marked a significant moment in Dutch royal history and highlighted the changing attitudes towards international marriages within the monarchy.
• March 11, 1966: President Sukarno of Indonesia transfers executive powers to General Suharto through the "Supersemar" order, marking the beginning of the New Order era in Indonesian politics. This transition had a profound impact on the country's political and economic landscape.
• March 16, 1966: NASA's Gemini 8 mission conducts the first docking in space, with an Agena target vehicle. This achievement demonstrated the feasibility of space rendezvous and paved the way for future space missions, including lunar landings.
• March 20, 1966: The FIFA World Cup Trophy is stolen from an exhibition in London but later recovered by a dog named "Pickles" and its owner. This incident brought international attention to the security measures surrounding major sporting events.
• March 22, 1966: A magnitude 6.8 earthquake strikes Xingtai, China, resulting in over 8,000 deaths and 38,000 injuries. This natural disaster highlighted the need for earthquake preparedness and response measures.
• March 24, 1966: Pope Paul VI meets with Michael Ramsey, the Archbishop of Canterbury, in Rome and presents him with an episcopal ring. This meeting symbolized the improving relations between the Roman Catholic and Anglican churches.
• March 26, 1966: Demonstrations against the Vietnam War take place across the United States. These protests reflected the growing public opposition to the war and contributed to the broader anti-war movement.
• March 27, 1966: In South Vietnam, 20,000 Buddhists march in demonstrations against the military government's policies. This event showcased the ongoing political and social unrest in Vietnam during the war.
• March 28, 1966: Cevdet Sunay becomes the fifth president of Turkey. This political transition marked a change in leadership and the beginning of a new era in Turkish politics.
• March 29, 1966: The 23rd Congress of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union convenes, with Leonid Brezhnev demanding the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Vietnam and expressing dissatisfaction with Chinese-Soviet relations. This event highlighted the ongoing tensions between the Soviet Union, China, and the United States.
• March 31, 1966: The British Labour Party led by Harold Wilson wins the 1966 United Kingdom general election with a significant majority. This victory marked a shift in political power and the beginning of a new government.