Saturday April 06, 1968: on this day

April 06, 1968 was the 97th day of the year 1968, under the sign of Aries and the day of the week was Saturday.

Is April 06, 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 April 06, 1968, who was born and died on April 06, 1968, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 06, 1968, which were the most popular songs (ex. (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay by Otis Redding), movies (e.g. The Charge of the Light Brigade, directed by Tony Richardson), TV series (e.g. Dream House) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 6th, 1968 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was April 06, 1968?


April 06, 1968 was a Saturday and it was the 97th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 06, 1968 can also be written as 4/6/1968 in the US and as 6/4/1968 in UK and Europe.

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April 06, 1968: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on April 06, 1968:

  • Firestone world tournament of champions won by dave davis.
  • Browse newspapers headlines from April 06, 1968
  • Gunpowder stock at a sporting-goods store explodes, killing 43 (virginia).
  • In richmond, indiana's downtown district, a double explosion kills 41 and injures 150.
  • In the downtown district of richmond, indiana, a double explosion kills 41 and injures 150.
  • Pierre elliott trudeau wins the liberal party leadership election, and becomes prime minister of canada soon afterward.

April 06, 1968: What were the magazines covers that day?

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April 06, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 6th is Aries.

Aries is the 1st sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between March 21st and April 19th belong to the Aries sign: discover Aries personality and who should a Aries marry.

Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 06, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 06, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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April 06, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on April 06, 1968 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 06, 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 April 06, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 61% full, rising at 10:56 am and setting at 02:45 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 14, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Apr 13, 1968.

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Who was born on April 06, 1968?


Famous people born on April 06, 1968:

  • Tripp Isenhour

    Tripp Isenhour is a professional golfer known for his achievements on the golf course.

  • Archon Fung

    American political scientist, author, and academic.

  • Affonso Giaffone

    Brazilian race car driver.

  • Vanessa Lann

    American composer.

  • Chris Anderson

    Australian high jumper (olympics 1996).

  • Anna Kotočová
  • Ákos
  • Ivan Hecko

Whose famous birthday is on April 6th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 6th:

  • Candace Cameron Bure
    Candace Cameron Bure

    Candace cameron bure is an american actress known for her role as d.j.

  • Paul Rudd
    Paul Rudd

    Paul rudd is an american actor known for his roles in popular comedies such as 'anchorman' and 'knocked up'.

  • Zach Braff
    Zach Braff

    Zach braff is an american actor, director, and screenwriter, best known for his role as j.d.

  • Michael Rooker
    Michael Rooker

    Michael rooker is an american actor known for his roles in popular films such as 'henry: portrait of a serial killer' and 'guardians of the...

  • Billy Dee Williams
    Billy Dee Williams

    Billy dee williams is an american actor best known for his role as lando calrissian in the star wars franchise.

  • Myleene Klass
    Myleene Klass

    Myleene klass is a british singer, pianist, and model, best known for being a member of the pop group hear'say and for her appearances on...

  • Walter Huston
    Walter Huston

    Walter huston was a renowned actor known for his powerful performances in classic films such as 'the treasure of the sierra madre' and...

  • Anita Pallenberg
    Anita Pallenberg

    Italian-english model actress and fashion design.

  • Marilu Henner
    Marilu Henner

    Greek-polish american actress and author.

  • Barry Levinson
    Barry Levinson

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

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April 06, 1968: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 55 years 11 months old,

or 671 months and 13 days old,

or 2919 weeks and 3 days old,

or 20436 days old,

if you were born on April 06, 1968.

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 06, 1968?

There are 18 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 6th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 06, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on April 06, 1968.

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April 06, 1968: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on April 06, 1968:

  • Bobby Hutton

    Us black panther leader shot to death.

  • Renato Beccuti
  • Francesco Vito
  • Julio César Benítez

What famous deaths happened on April 6th?

Famous deaths on April 6th:

  • Don Rickles
    Don Rickles

    Don rickles was a legendary comedian known for his insult comedy and quick wit, earning him the nickname 'mr.

  • James Best
    James Best

    James best was an american actor best known for his role as sheriff rosco p. coltrane on the television series the dukes of hazzard.

  • Isaac Asimov
    Isaac Asimov

    Russian-american biochemist, columnist in science, anthropologist, and prolific sci-fi author.

  • Greer Garson
    Greer Garson

    Anglo-american actress, garson was very popular in the second world war.

  • Mary Anderson
    Mary Anderson

    American actress (d. 2014.

  • Meril Haggard

    Known for his hit songs and contributions to country music.

  • Charl Elie

    Renowned French painter known for his abstract art.

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April 06, 1968: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on April 06, 1968:

  • Tartan Day, a day set aside for the celebration of Scottish influence.
  • The date of organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and the start of the Restoration Movement by Joseph Smith Junior. Also the date on which this church believes Jesus Christ was born.
  • In Thailand, April 6th marks Chakri Day - a day to commemorate King Rama I, founder of the Chakri dynasty.
  • St. Sixtus
  • Blessed Notker
  • The start of the tax year in the United Kingdom (arising from the 11 day correction to March 25 at the adoption of the Gregorian calendar in 1752).

Observances on April 06, 1968:

  • International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

Saints celebrated on April 06, 1968:

  • Saint Isolde
  • Saint Balderik
  • Saint Marcellinus of Carthage (d.413)
  • Saint Wineboud
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April 06, 1968: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on April 06, 1968 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 1st and April 7th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


April 06, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 06, 1968 was (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay by Otis Redding, according to the music chart for the week April 1st and April 7th.

April 06, 1968: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on April 06, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 1st and April 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay
  2. - Young Girl
  3. - Valleri
  4. - La - La Means I Love You
  5. - (Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You've Been Gone

April 06, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 06, 1968 was What A Wonderful World / Cabaret by Louis Armstrong, according to the music chart for the week April 1st and April 7th.

April 06, 1968: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on April 06, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 1st and April 7th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - What A Wonderful World / Cabaret
  2. - Congratulations
  3. - Delilah
  4. - Simon Says
  5. - Lady Madonna

April 06, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 06, 1968 was (Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You've Been Gone by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 1st and April 7th.

April 06, 1968: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on April 06, 1968 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 1st and April 7th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - (Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You've Been Gone
  2. - La - La - Means I Love You
  3. - If You Can Want
  4. - I Thank You
  5. - (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay

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April 06, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on April 06, 1968 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Charge of the Light Brigade

The Charge of the Light Brigade

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Tony Richardson

Starring: Trevor Howard, Vanessa Redgrave, John Gielgud, Harry Andrews

Country: United States of America

The Story of a Three-Day Pass

The Story of a Three-Day Pass

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Melvin Van Peebles

Starring: Harry Baird, Pierre Doris, Christian Marin, Nicole Berger

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

2001: A Space Odyssey

2001: A Space Odyssey

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Stanley Kubrick

Starring: Keir Dullea, Gary Lockwood, William Sylvester, Daniel Richter

Country: United States of America

April 06, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on April 06, 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:

Dream House

Dream House

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Jim Sheridan

The Unloved

The Unloved

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Samantha Morton

Drei Frauen im Haus

Drei Frauen im Haus

Release year: 1968

Starring: Magda Schneider, Heinz Engelmann, Christin Thorn, Werner Stock

The First Lady

The First Lady

Release year: 1968

April 06, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on April 06, 1968 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Economics Of Crisis by Eliot Janeway

The Economics Of Crisis

By:

This could have been called "The War Behind the War", as it concerns the policy of management of the economy during WW II.

The Confessions of Nat Turner by William Styron

The Confessions of Nat Turner

By:

The only lasting, effective revolt against American Negroslavy took place in the late summer 1831 in remote Virginia...

Rosemary'S Baby by Ira Levin

Rosemary'S Baby

By:

This new Fiftieth Anniversary edition is a classic masterpiece of spellbinding suspense. Evil wears the most innocent of faces... Rosemary Woodhouse moves in with her husband Guy, a struggling actor, to the Bramford, an older apartment building in New York …

The President'S Plane Is Missing by Robert J. Serling

The President'S Plane Is Missing

By:

An unprecedented crisis... President Jeremy Haines, like many of his predecessors, is weighed down with the solemn duties and danger posed by both the Soviet Union (China) and the United States.

Gipsy Moth Circles The World by Francis Chichester

Gipsy Moth Circles The World

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Coward-McCann 1968, Very Good., Blue cloth. Text is clean. Jacket edges worn. Book Club edition. [Sailing, Gipsy Month IV, Travel] Booksellers who are out-of-print or antiquarian since 1933

April 06, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on April 06, 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 April 06, 1968?

On April 06, 1968 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 06, 1968?

On April 06, 1968 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on April 06, 1968?

On April 06, 1968 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about April 6th?

April 6th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 6th day of the month of April. 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 April 6th, such as:

  • 2019 - Second libyan civil war, 2019 western libya offensive: militias loyal to the internationally-recognised government of national accord launch a counterattack on libyan national army troops in the southern outskirts of tripoli. (the washington post. after lna forces were hit by gna warplanes, field marshal khalifa khalifa haftar of the libyan national army declares a no fly zone for military aircraft above western libya.
  • 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. united nations secretary general antonio guterres warns israel that it must be "extremely cautious" in the face of further protests at gaza's border. israeli defence forces fire again on palestinians, killing at most seven. (the guardian) protesters start burning tires at the border.
  • 2017 - 2017 saint petersburg metro bombing: russian authorities find and deactivate an explosive device inside a saint petersburg apartment during ongoing raids in response to the bombing.

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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 April 1968?

April 1968 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th 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 April 1968 calendar looked like.

Saturday April 6, 1968