What happened on Saturday June 08, 1968?

Here's what happened on June 08, 1968:

• James Earl Ray Arrested for MLK Assassination James Earl Ray was arrested at Heathrow Airport in London for the assassination of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968. He was extradited to the United States and later pleaded guilty but recanted his plea before his death in prison.
• Robert F. Kennedy Burial at Arlington National Cemetery The body of assassinated U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy is laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery, marking a somber moment in American political history.
• First Reduced-Gravity Golf Game on the Moon Astronauts play the first golf game in reduced gravity on the lunar surface, demonstrating human creativity and adaptability in space exploration.
• Don Drysdale's Record Scoreless Innings Streak Baseball pitcher Don Drysdale sets a remarkable record by pitching 58 consecutive scoreless innings, showcasing exceptional athletic performance.
• Bermuda Adopts New Constitution Bermuda officially adopts its new constitution, marking a significant milestone in the island's political development and governance.
• Gary Puckett and Union Gap Release 'Lady Will Power' Popular music group Gary Puckett and Union Gap release their single 'Lady Will Power', contributing to the vibrant pop music scene of the late 1960s.

Events in 1968

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

Magazines from Jun. 08, 1968

Newspapers from Jun. 08, 1968

June 08, 1968 was a Saturday and it was the 160th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 08, 1968 can also be written as 6/8/1968 in the US and as 8/6/1968 in UK and Europe.

June 08, 1968 in June 1968 calendar

Famous people born on June 08, 1968:

• Rob Ray

  Professional NHL left wing who played for the Buffalo Sabres, known for his physical playing style and role as an enforcer during his hockey...

Famous people born in 1968

Famous people born on June 8th

Famous people died on June 08, 1968:

• Elizabeth Enright

  Renowned American illustrator and children's book author who was active in the mid-20th century.

Famous people who died in 1968

Famous people who died on June 8th

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

The number 1 song in the USA on June 08, 1968 was Mrs. Robinson by Simon and Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week June 3rd and June 9th.

1. Simon and Garfunkel - Mrs. Robinson
2. Archie Bell & The Drells - Tighten Up
3. Herb Alpert - This Guy's In Love With You
4. Hugo Montenegro - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
5. Tommy James and the Shondells - Mony Mony

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

The number 1 song in the UK on June 08, 1968 was Young Girl by Union Gap, according to the music chart for the week June 3rd and June 9th.

1. Union Gap - Young Girl
2. The Rolling Stones - Jumpin' Jack Flash
3. Bobby Goldsboro - Honey
4. Engelbert Humperdinck - A Man Without Love
5. Donovan - Hurdy Gurdy Man

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

The number 1 R&B song on June 08, 1968 was Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell, according to the music chart for the week June 3rd and June 9th.

1. Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell - Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing
2. Stevie Wonder - Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day
3. Aretha Franklin - Think
4. Archie Bell & The Drells - Tighten Up
5. Bobby Taylor & The Vancouvers - Does Your Mama Know About Me

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 8th is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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

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

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Moon phase

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

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 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 June 08, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 96% full, rising at 06:13 pm and setting at 03:55 am.

The previous full moon was on May 12, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Jun 10, 1968.

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Your place in the Universe on June 08, 1968

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Someone born on June 08, 1968 is:

56 years 11 months old,

or 683 months and 6 days old,

or 2970 weeks and 4 days old,

or 20794 days old,

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

There are 25 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday June 8th 2025.

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

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

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