What happened on Wednesday June 12, 1968?

Here's what happened on June 12, 1968:

• UN Approves Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty The United Nations General Assembly voted to approve the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, with a significant majority of 95 member nations supporting the resolution. This landmark treaty aimed to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and promote global disarmament, marking a critical moment in international diplomacy during the Cold War era.
• Rosemary's Baby Premieres in the US Roman Polanski's groundbreaking psychological horror film *Rosemary's Baby*, starring Mia Farrow, made its United States debut. The film would later be recognized for its cultural significance by being inducted into the National Film Registry in 2014, cementing its place in cinema history.
• French Government Restricts Demonstrations In the wake of the May 1968 student protests, the French government imposed strict limitations on public gatherings. All street demonstrations were banned, and seven student groups deemed 'extremist' were dissolved. These restrictions were implemented to maintain political stability during the National Assembly election campaign, with all political rallies confined to indoor venues.
• Pan Am Flight 1 Crashes in Kolkata A tragic aviation accident occurred when Pan American World Airways Flight 1 crashed while approaching Kolkata airport, resulting in six fatalities. The majority of the victims were American citizens, highlighting the risks of international air travel during this period.
• Political Transition in Belgium Paul Vanden Boeynants resigned from his position as Prime Minister of Belgium, with Gaston Eyskens subsequently forming a new coalition government. This political shift reflected the dynamic nature of Belgian parliamentary politics during the late 1960s.

Events in 1968

June 12, 1968: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 12, 1968

Newspapers from Jun. 12, 1968

June 12, 1968 was a Wednesday and it was the 164th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 12, 1968 can also be written as 6/12/1968 in the US and as 12/6/1968 in UK and Europe.

June 12, 1968 in June 1968 calendar

Famous people born on June 12, 1968:

• Sherry Stringield

  Well-known American actress famous for her role in the popular medical drama series ER.

• Manuel Blanc

  Prominent French actor known for his roles in numerous films and television series, with a significant career in French cinema.

• Francesco Renga

Famous people born in 1968

Famous people born on June 12th

Famous people died on June 12, 1968:

• Herbert Read

  English poet and critic (b. 1893).

• Wilhelm Meisl

Famous people who died in 1968

Famous people who died on June 12th

June 12, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 12, 1968 was Mrs. Robinson by Simon and Garfunkel, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. Simon and Garfunkel - Mrs. Robinson
2. Herb Alpert - This Guy's In Love With You
3. Tommy James and the Shondells - Mony Mony
4. Ohio Express - Yummy Yummy Yummy
5. Richard Harris - MacArthur Park

June 12, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 12, 1968 was Young Girl by Union Gap, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

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 12, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 12, 1968 was Think by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week June 10th and June 16th.

1. Aretha Franklin - Think
2. Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell - Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing
3. Stevie Wonder - Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day
4. Archie Bell & The Drells - Tighten Up
5. James Brown And The Famous Flames - Licking Stick - Licking Stick (Part 1)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 12th 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 12, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 12, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 12, 1968 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 12, 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 12, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 89% full, rising at 10:04 pm and setting at 08:04 am.

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

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Someone born on June 12, 1968 is:

56 years 11 months old,

or 683 months and 1 day old,

or 2969 weeks and 6 days old,

or 20789 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 12, 1968?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 12, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 12, 1968.

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