June 1969

Monday 02:

In Ottawa, Canada the National Arts Center opens its doors to the public for the first time.

Tuesday 03:

Off the coast of South Vietnam, the Australian aircraft carrier HMAS Melbourne cuts the U.S. Navy destroyer USS Frank E. Evans in half.

Sunday 08:

After the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) cancels the program, the last Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour airs.

Sunday 15:

Hee Haw debuts on CBS television, quickly becoming an institution.

Friday 20:

Jacques Chaban-Delmas becomes Prime Minister of France

Monday 23:

Warren E. Burger is sworn in as chief justice of the United States Supreme Court by retiring chief Earl Warren.

Saturday 28:

Stonewall riots in New York city mark the beginning of the modern gay rights era.