Throwback to 1965

The year 1965 was quite an eventful time for entertainment. In the world of movies, classics like The Sound of Music and Doctor Zhivago were captivating audiences with their memorable music and compelling storylines. On the small screen, popular TV shows like The Dick Van Dyke Show and The Andy Griffith Show were keeping viewers entertained with their comedic charm. And let’s not forget about the music scene, where legends like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan were dominating the charts with their revolutionary sounds. It was truly a dynamic year for entertainment, with so much creativity and talent coming to the forefront.

1965

Interesting stats

Average cost of a new house

$ 12,700

Average cost of a new car

$ 2,600

Average annual income

$ 5,315

1965

Notable invention

The PDP-8: Revolutionizing Computing with Integrated Circuits

In 1965, Digital Equipment made history with the introduction of the PDP-8, the world’s first computer to utilize integrated circuit technology. Despite its compact size and relatively affordable price tag of $18,000, the PDP-8 was a groundbreaking invention that revolutionized the computer industry. Its use of integrated circuits made it more powerful and efficient than previous computers, leading to the sale of several hundred units. This invention marked a significant milestone in the evolution of computing technology and laid the groundwork for the development of smaller, more powerful minicomputers in the future.