Deaths on March 16

Thomas MacGreevy

Died on March 16, 1967

Thomas MacGreevy, Irish poet (b. 1893)

Thomas MacGreevy (born Thomas McGreevy; 26 October 1893 – 16 March 1967) was a pivotal figure in the history of Irish literary modernism. A poet, he was also director of the National Gallery of Ireland from 1950 to 1963 and served on the first Irish Arts Council (An Chomhairle Ealaíon).

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Events on 1967

15 Jan

Green Bay Packers
The first Super Bowl is played in Los Angeles. The Green Bay Packers defeat the Kansas City Chiefs 35-10.
28 Apr

Muhammad Ali
Vietnam War: Boxer Muhammad Ali refuses his induction into the United States Army and is subsequently stripped of his championship and license.
30 May

Nigerian Civil War
The Nigerian Eastern Region declares independence as the Republic of Biafra, sparking a civil war.
7 Jun

Jerusalem
Six-Day War: Israeli soldiers enter Jerusalem.
2 Nov

Lyndon B. Johnson
Vietnam War: US President Lyndon B. Johnson and "The Wise Men" conclude that the American people should be given more optimistic reports on the progress of the war.

Deaths on March 16

Thomas MacGreevy

Died on March 16, 1967

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