1961 - The first ever 6 Flags theme park opens in Arlington, Texas. In addition, to becoming the first 6 Flag Park in the franchise chain; the park would become a pioneer in all-inclusive admission pricing as well as several original rides including: man made rapids, roller coasters and drops.

1964 - Ranger 7 becomes the first lunar probe to successfully photograph the Moon's surface.  For the first time NASA is able to obtain images up to 1000 times more clear than those shot with telescopes.  The imagery provided NASA with a significantly better understanding of the Moons surface;  greatly... read more →

1962 - The first inauguration of the TransCanada Highway is completed.  The highway links the East and West coasts, allowing travel by vehicle across Canada.