What important events took place in 1957?

Events 1 - 200 of 588. Jan 1 Benjamin Britten's ballet "Prince & the Pauper," premieres in London; Jan 1 France returns Saar to becomes the 10th state of German Federal Rep; Jan 1 International Geophysical Year begins; ends 6/30/1958 (18-mo year) Jan 1 George Town, Penang becomes a city by a royal charter granted by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. read more

1957 saw the continued growth of bigger taller tail fins on new cars and more lights, bigger with more powerful engines and an average car sold for $2,749. The Soviet Union launched the first space satellite Sputnik 1. read more

Historical events in 1957 (part 2). See what famous, scandalous and important events happened in 1957 or search by date or keyword. read more