Merci, Chérie by Udo Jürgens (music by Udo Jürgens, lyrics by Jürgens and Thomas Hörbiger) wins the Eurovision Song Contest 1966 (staged in Luxembourg) for Austria.

Historical events from year 1966. Learn about 577 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1966 or search by date or keyword.

Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

Relive the key moments of 1966! From political shifts to cultural breakthroughs, discover the most significant events that shaped the year.

Nov 7, 2025 · Discover 28 fascinating facts about the year 1966, from cultural milestones to historical events that shaped the world.

Jul 2, 2025 · 1966 was a year of profound change and technological advancement. From the challenges of orbital rendezvous in the Gemini program to the increasing reliance on …

Nov 5, 2016 · What happened in the year 1966 in history? Famous historical events that shook and changed the world. Discover events in 1966.

Three visiting MPs are attacked by 400 supporters of Prime Minister Ian Smith at a meeting in Salisbury. Gemini XI is launched for a 71-hour flight. Charles 'Pete' Conrad, Jr. and Richard F. …

Sammy Younge Jr. is shot in Tuskegee, Alabama, the first African American university student to be murdered due to his actions in support of the civil rights movement. The first of the Acid …

LA Dodgers Series: 4-0 Popular Music of 1966 1."Ballad of the Green Berets"- SSgt Barry Sadler 2."Cherish" ... The Associations 3."Yo're My Soul and Inspiration" ... The Righteous Brothers …