What happened on Thursday February 08, 1968?

Here's what happened on February 08, 1968:

• Iconic Vietnam War Execution Photographed Saigon police chief Nguyễn Ngọc Loan publicly executed Viet Cong officer Nguyễn Văn Lém with a pistol shot to the head, a shocking moment captured by photographer Eddie Adams that became a powerful symbol of the Vietnam War's brutality.
• Orangeburg Massacre: Tragic Civil Rights Protest A violent attack on Black students from South Carolina State University protesting racial segregation resulted in three deaths and 28 injuries in Orangeburg, South Carolina. This incident represents a dark moment in the American civil rights movement, highlighting the brutal resistance to racial equality during the late 1960s.
• Border Tensions Between Israel and Jordan Border clashes occurred between Israel and Jordan, reflecting the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East during this period.
• Madison Square Garden Opens in New York City The iconic Madison Square Garden arena officially opened in New York City, marking a significant moment in the city's entertainment and sports infrastructure.
• Planet of the Apes Film Premiere The groundbreaking science fiction film 'Planet of the Apes', based on Pierre Boulle's 1963 novel, premiered in New York City, launching a significant franchise in cinema history.
• Ron Goetz: Canadian Football Player Ron Goetz, a linebacker for the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the Canadian Football League, was active during this period.

Events in 1968

February 08, 1968: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 08, 1968

Newspapers from Feb. 08, 1968

February 08, 1968 was a Thursday and it was the 39th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 08, 1968 can also be written as 2/8/1968 in the US and as 8/2/1968 in UK and Europe.

February 08, 1968 in February 1968 calendar

Famous people born on February 08, 1968:

• Gary Coleman

  Gary Coleman was a famous American child actor who rose to stardom in the 1980s through his iconic role in the sitcom 'Diff'rent Strokes'.

• Jonathan Bermudes

Famous people born in 1968

Famous people born on February 8th

February 08, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 08, 1968 was Love Is Blue (L'Amour Est Bleu) by Paul Mauriat and His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

1. Paul Mauriat and His Orchestra - Love Is Blue (L'Amour Est Bleu)
2. The Lemon Pipers - Green Tambourine
3. Classics IV - Spooky
4. John Fred & His Playboy Band - Judy In Disguise (With Glasses)
5. Aretha Franklin - Chain Of Fools

February 08, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 08, 1968 was The Mighty Quinn by Manfred Mann, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

1. Manfred Mann - The Mighty Quinn
2. Love Affair - Everlasting Love
3. Amen Corner - Bend Me Shape Me
4. Engelbert Humperdinck - Am I That Easy To Forget
5. Solomon King - She Wears My Ring

February 08, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 08, 1968 was Chain Of Fools by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week February 5th and February 11th.

1. Aretha Franklin - Chain Of Fools
2. Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell - If I Could Build My Whole World Around You
3. The Temptations - I Wish It Would Rain
4. The Impressions - We're A Winner
5. Al Greene & The Soul Mate's - Back Up Train

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 8th is Aquarius.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 08, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 08, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 08, 1968 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 08, 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 February 08, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 75% full, rising at 11:46 am and setting at 03:46 am.

The previous full moon was on Jan 15, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Feb 14, 1968.

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Your place in the Universe on February 08, 1968

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Someone born on February 08, 1968 is:

57 years 3 months old,

or 687 months and 6 days old,

or 2987 weeks and 6 days old,

or 20915 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 08, 1968?

There are 270 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday February 8th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 08, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 08, 1968.

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