Retrograde in History · 1961

1961 Belgian Grand Prix

On June 18, 1961, Mercury was mid-loop — retrograde in Cancer, tracing backward through 9°56′ of the sign. The dates are computed from the real ephemeris; the cosmic verdict is offered in good fun.

WhenJune 18, 1961♋︎Cancer 9°56′Rx windowJun 14 – Jul 8, 1961
Mercury retrograde♋︎CancerWikipedia
The record

Formula One motor race held in 1961

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More from this window · Jun 14 – Jul 8, 1961

Coincidence, not causation: the date is real and ephemeris-based, but a retrograde window is observed, never blamed. For entertainment, not navigation.