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The Tragedy of Aberfan

The rooftops of Pantglas Junior school poke out of the sludge and debris that engulfed it as rescuers continue to hunt for survivors
The rooftops of Pantglas Junior school poke out of the sludge and debris that engulfed it as rescuers continue to hunt for survivors

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Historical Events

  • 116 children and 28 adults die as a coal waste heap slides and engulfs a school in Aberfan, South Wales
Events in 1966

Famous Birthdays

  • Jonas B, Svensson Sweden, tennis star
  • Tommy Tolles, American golfer (PGA C'ship 1996 3rd, Masters 1997 3rd), born in Ft Myers, Florida
Born in 1966 1966 Highlights

Famous Deaths

  • Gertrude Hoffman, actress (Mrs Odetts-My Little Margie), dies at 95

About October 21, 1966

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 57 years, 5 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Libra

Music Charts

  • USUK #1 Song: Reach Out I'll Be There - Four Tops


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