Retrograde in History · 1961

Sabena Flight 548

On February 15, 1961, Mercury was mid-loop — retrograde in Pisces, tracing backward through 8°37′ of the sign.

WhenFebruary 15, 1961♓︎Pisces 8°37′Rx windowFeb 12 – Mar 6, 1961
Mercury retrograde♓︎PiscesWikipedia
The record

aviation accident

Born inside this same window

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