On this day: June 15
First Public Announcement of a Human Cryonics Preservation, June 15, 1967
On June 15, 1967, the first widely reported case of human cryonics preservation was announced, marking an early public instance of a body preserved at low temperatures with the hope of future revival—an event that sparked ethical debate and scientific curiosity.
Man survives fall from 10-story building after landing on parked car
On June 15, 2009, a man survived a fall from the tenth floor of a building after landing on the roof of a parked car, sustaining serious but non-fatal injuries. Authorities investigated the incident; reports at the time described it as a rare and medically remarkable survival.
Jim Jones Announces Plans to Relocate Peoples Temple Community
On June 15, 1977, Peoples Temple leader Jim Jones publicly outlined intentions to move a segment of his congregation to a remote, communal site—part of a longer-term push for consolidation and increased self-sufficiency among followers.
Rising Standoff: David Koresh and Branch Davidians Clash with Authorities
On June 15, 1992, tensions between David Koresh-led Branch Davidians near Waco, Texas and federal and local authorities escalated amid investigations into firearms violations and allegations of misconduct, marking a phase of mounting mistrust that presaged later confrontations.
Televised Scandal: 1952’s First Major Political Controversy on U.S. Television
On June 15, 1952, U.S. television helped bring a major political controversy into American living rooms when networks covered allegations and hearings tied to political corruption and loyalty questions—marking one of the earliest national scandals shaped by TV broadcasting.
NASA Loses Contact with Mars Polar Lander
On June 15, 1999, NASA announced it had lost contact with the Mars Polar Lander during its descent to the Martian surface; recovery attempts and investigations began as teams worked to determine what went wrong.
Argentina’s Military Junta Falls After Mass Protests and Election Defeat
On June 15, 1983, Argentina’s ruling military junta resigned amid mass public protests, economic collapse, and defeat in a key election, paving the way for restoration of civilian rule after seven years of dictatorship.
Nationwide Antiwar Demonstrations Sweep U.S. Cities on June 15, 1970
On June 15, 1970, thousands of people staged coordinated antiwar demonstrations across major U.S. cities, reflecting mounting opposition to the Vietnam War and recent domestic events that intensified public protest.
First Public Demonstration of Radar Tracking, June 15, 1935
On 15 June 1935 British researchers publicly demonstrated that radio echoes could track aircraft, marking a pivotal step in radar development that would soon transform air defense and aviation.