June 1965

Wednesday 02:

Vietnam War: The first contingent of Australian combat troops arrives in South Vietnam.

Thursday 03:

For 21 minutes, Edward H. White floats free outside the space vehicle Gemini IV for the first time.

Monday 07:

The US Supreme Court decides Griswold v. Connecticut effectivly legalizing the use of contraception by married couples.

Thursday 10:

Vietnam War: Battle of Dong Xoai begins.

Friday 18:

Vietnam War: The United States uses B-52 bombers to attack National Liberation Front guerrilla fighters in South Vietnam

Monday 21:

Folk rock band The Byrds release their highly influential debut album Mr. Tambourine Man.