Wednesday December 25, 1968: on this day

December 25, 1968 was the 360th day of the year 1968, under the sign of Capricorn and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is December 25, 1968 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on December 25, 1968, who was born and died on December 25, 1968, what holidays and observances are celebrated on December 25, 1968, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye), movies (e.g. Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell, directed by Melvin Frank), TV series (e.g. Hilfe, Wir Bauen) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about December 25th, 1968 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was December 25, 1968?


December 25, 1968 was a Wednesday and it was the 360th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 25, 1968 can also be written as 12/25/1968 in the US and as 25/12/1968 in UK and Europe.

December 25, 1968 in December 1968 calendar

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December 25, 1968: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on December 25, 1968:

  • Apollo program: apollo 8 performs the very first successful trans earth injection (tei) maneouver, sending the crew and spacecraft on a trajectory back to earth from lunar orbit.
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  • Kilvenmani massacre: forty-four dalits (untouchables) are burnt to death in kizhavenmani village, tamil nadu, a retaliation for a campaign for higher wages by dalit laborers.

December 25, 1968: What were the magazines covers that day?

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December 25, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 25th is Capricorn.

Capricorn is the 10th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between December 22nd and January 19th belong to the Capricorn sign: discover Capricorn personality and who should a Capricorn marry.

Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 25, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 25, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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December 25, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on December 25, 1968 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 25, 1968 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on December 25, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 45% full, rising at 11:28 am and setting at 11:34 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 04, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Jan 03, 1969.

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Your place in the Universe on December 25, 1968

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Who was born on December 25, 1968?


Famous people born on December 25, 1968:

  • Helena Christensen

    Danish model, miss denmark 1986, was featured in chris isaac’s video "wicked game".

  • Jim Dowd

    Brick -- nhl center (vancouver canucks).

  • Jim Dowd in Brick

    New jersey, usa; nhl center (vancouver canucks).

  • Corey Widmer

    Nfl linebacker (new york giants).

  • Don Silvestri NFL/WLAF kicker (New York Jets

    London monarchs).

  • Scott Bullett in Martinsburg

    West virginia, usa; outfielder for the chicago cubs.

  • Klea Scott
  • Guy Tapoko
  • Andrew Tucker
  • Guy-Noël Tapoko

Whose famous birthday is on December 25th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on December 25th:

  • Annie Lennox
    Annie Lennox

    Scottish musician and songwriter with an androgynous look.

  • Ingrid Betancourt
    Ingrid Betancourt

    Colombian-born politician, kidnap victim, she is the mother to two children.

  • Hanna Schygulla
    Hanna Schygulla

    Hanna Schygulla is a German actress known for her collaborations with director Rainer Werner Fassbinder in the 1970s.

  • Rod Serling
    Rod Serling

    American radio and television script writer.

  • Jimmy Buffett
    Jimmy Buffett

    American musician, whose debut album "down to earth" was reportedly only 324 copies.

  • Quentin Crisp
    Quentin Crisp

    British gay character and author of "the naked civil servant" in 1931, he "came out" as a limp-wristed, effeminate, mincing queen with blue...

  • Fernand Gravey
    Fernand Gravey

    Belgian/french actor in film, started his career in france.

  • Ismail Merchant
    Ismail Merchant

    Director and producer in indian-english (d. 2005).

  • CCH Pounder
    CCH Pounder

    Guyana-born actress.

  • Barton MacLane
    Barton MacLane

    Barton MacLane was a popular actor who appeared in numerous films and television shows.

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December 25, 1968: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 55 years 2 months old,

or 662 months and 23 days old,

or 2881 weeks and 6 days old,

or 20173 days old,

if you were born on December 25, 1968.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 25, 1968?

There are 281 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday December 25th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 25, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 25, 1968.

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December 25, 1968: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on December 25, 1968:

  • Rita Saglietto

What famous deaths happened on December 25th?

Famous deaths on December 25th:

  • W.C. Fields
    W.C. Fields

    Legendary American comedian and actor known for his witty humor and distinctive persona.

  • Eartha Kitt
    Eartha Kitt

    Eartha kitt was a renowned pop singer and actress known for her sultry voice and captivating performances, gaining fame for her hit songs...

  • Dean Martin
    Dean Martin

    American actor and singer who was a team with jerry lewis between 1950-1954, before going it alone.

  • Joan Blondell
    Joan Blondell

    American actress and singer (b. 1906).

  • Charlie Chaplin
    Charlie Chaplin

    Actor (modern times), passes away in switzerland at 88.

  • Agnes Ayres
    Agnes Ayres

    Actress johnny belinda sheik, dies at 42.

  • Denver Pyle
    Denver Pyle

    American actor (dukes of hazzard), age 77 (born in 1920).

  • David Ryall
    David Ryall

    English actor (b. 1935).

  • Odester Chaplin

    Legendary comic actor and filmmaker.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on December 25th

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December 25, 1968: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on December 25, 1968:

  • Christmas Day is a Christian holiday on this day celebrating the Nativity of Jesus. It is a public holiday in many countries, including almost everywhere in the Americas, most European nations, the Philippines and most of Oceania, some African countries, the Commonwealth of Nations, and various other countries and regions. Many non-Christians, including non-theists, celebrate secular aspects of the holiday, such as decorating Christmas trees and exchanging gifts with family and friends. Some
  • Pakistan - Quaid's Day is celebrated as a national holiday in Pakistan in honour of the birth of Mohammad Ali Jinnah.
  • British Isles - a quarter day in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland. (but not in Scotland)
  • Roman festivals - (re)birth of Sol Invictus, the winter solstice feast in the Roman Empire since 274.
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December 25, 1968: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on December 25, 1968 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week December 23rd and December 29th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


December 25, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 25, 1968 was I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye, according to the music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 25, 1968: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on December 25, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - I Heard It Through The Grapevine
  2. - For Once In My Life
  3. - Love Child
  4. - Wichita Lineman
  5. - Stormy

December 25, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 25, 1968 was I Heard It Through The Grapevine by Marvin Gaye, according to the R&B music chart for the week December 23rd and December 29th.

December 25, 1968: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on December 25, 1968 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week December 23rd and December 29th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Heard It Through The Grapevine
  2. - Cloud Nine
  3. - For Once In My Life
  4. - Who's Making Love
  5. - Too Weak To Fight

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December 25, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on December 25, 1968 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell

Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Melvin Frank

Starring: Gina Lollobrigida, Shelley Winters, Phil Silvers, Peter Lawford

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Peter Hall

Starring: Derek Godfrey, Barbara Jefford, Nicholas Selby, Hugh Sullivan

Commandos

Commandos

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Armando Crispino

Starring: Marilù Tolo, Lee Van Cleef, Giampiero Albertini, Giacomo Piperno, Ivano Staccioli, Romano Puppo, Joachim Fuchsberger, Jack Kelly

Country: Italy

Killer Adios

Killer Adios

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Primo Zeglio

Starring: Rosalba Neri, Marisa Solinas, Peter Lee Lawrence, Paola Barbara, Eduardo Fajardo, José Jaspe, Armando Calvo, Victor Israel

Country: Italy

The Love Bug

The Love Bug

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Robert Stevenson

Starring: Dean Jones, Michele Lee, David Tomlinson, Buddy Hackett

Country: United States of America

December 25, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on December 25, 1968 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Hilfe, wir bauen

Hilfe, wir bauen

Release year: 1968

Sein Traum vom Grand Prix

Sein Traum vom Grand Prix

Release year: 1968

The Galloping Gourmet

The Galloping Gourmet

Release year: 1968

Starring: Graham Kerr

Country: Canada

The Borderers

The Borderers

Release year: 1968

Written by:

Starring: Ross Campbell, Iain Cuthbertson, Michael Gambon, Edith MacArthur

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

December 25, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on December 25, 1968 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Day Kennedy Was Shot by Jim Bishop

The Day Kennedy Was Shot

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The Day Kennedy Was Shot is a minute-by-minute narrative account about President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. It captures the drama, mystery, action and excitement that took place on November 22, 1963. Author

Between Parent And Child by Haim G. Ginott

Between Parent And Child

By:

Between Parent and Child has been helping millions of parents worldwide strengthen their relationships with children for the past 35 years.

A Small Town in Germany by John le Carre

A Small Town in Germany

By:

The New York Times bestseller Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, and The Spy Who Came In from the Cold, comes Tom Hiddleston. John le Carre's latest novel, A Legacy of Spies is now available.

The Bogey Man by George Plimpton

The Bogey Man

By:

Plimpton's account of his month on the pro golf circuit is The Bogey Man.

Testimony Of Two Men by Taylor Caldwell

Testimony Of Two Men

By:

The lies that they told about Hambledon's brilliant young doctor might be forgotten one day. They could not forgive him for the lies he told them about them.

December 25, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on December 25, 1968 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Hamurabi

Hamurabi

Platform: PDP-8, Personal computer

Genre: Strategy game, Text-based game

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Who was the US President on December 25, 1968?

On December 25, 1968 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on December 25, 1968?

On December 25, 1968 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on December 25, 1968?

On December 25, 1968 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about December 25th?

December 25th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 25th day of the month of December. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.

Over the years several events happened on December 25th, such as:

  • 2018 - War in afghanistan: according to the afghan health ministry, at least 43 people were killed in yesterday's attack on kabul's government building by a suicide bomber with three other gunmen. none of the attackers claimed responsibility.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). a suicide bomber kills 10 near kabul's national directorate of security headquarters. amaq news agency claims that isil was responsible for the attack.
  • 2016 - Pope francis appeals for peace during a christmas mass at the vatican.

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What happened in 1968?

1968 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Jaqueline Kennedy marries Aristotle Onassis on the island of Scorpios
  • Nobel prize for chemistry awarded to Lars Onsager
  • Queen Juliana opens IJ tunnel in Amsterdam

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What was the calendar for December 1968?

December 1968 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with December being the 12th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.

Discover how December 1968 calendar looked like.

Wednesday December 25, 1968