What happened on Friday March 15, 1968?

Here's what happened on March 15, 1968:

• My Lai Massacre during Vietnam War American troops kill scores of civilians in the My Lai Massacre, a tragic event that would significantly undermine public support for U.S. military efforts in Vietnam when the story becomes public in November 1969.
• Robert F. Kennedy Enters Presidential Race U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy announces his candidacy for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination, a pivotal moment in the tumultuous 1968 election year.
• LIFE Magazine Praises Jimi Hendrix LIFE Magazine declares Jimi Hendrix the 'most spectacular guitarist in the world', highlighting his groundbreaking musical influence.
• George Brown Resigns as British Foreign Secretary George Brown resigns from his position as British Foreign Secretary, following reported tensions with Prime Minister Harold Wilson.
• US Mint Halts Gold Transactions The U.S. Mint officially stops buying and selling gold, a significant monetary policy decision with potential economic implications.
• Uprising in South Yemen A significant political uprising occurs in South Yemen, indicating regional political instability and potential geopolitical tensions.
• Vatican's Stance on Rock and Roll Masses The Diocese of Rome announces it 'deplores the concept' of rock and roll masses at the Church of San Lessio Falconieri, but stops short of prohibiting them, reflecting evolving attitudes towards contemporary music in religious settings.
• Bob Beamon Sets Indoor Long Jump Record Bob Beamon achieves an impressive indoor long jump record of 27 feet 2.75 inches, showcasing exceptional athletic performance.
• Sabrina Salerno Born Sabrina Salerno is born in Genoa, Italy, who would later become Miss Italy in 1984 and a notable singer known for hits like 'Boys'.

Events in 1968

March 15, 1968: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Mar. 15, 1968

Newspapers from Mar. 15, 1968

March 15, 1968 was a Friday and it was the 75th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 15, 1968 can also be written as 3/15/1968 in the US and as 15/3/1968 in UK and Europe.

March 15, 1968 in March 1968 calendar

Famous people born on March 15, 1968:

• Sabrina Salerno

  Italian singer, actress, and TV personality famous in the 1980s and 1990s, known for her pop music and iconic music videos.

• Mark McGrath

  Lead singer of the rock band Sugar Ray, known for hit songs like 'Fly' and 'Every Morning', and a television host.

Famous people born in 1968

Famous people born on March 15th

Famous people died on March 15, 1968:

• Khuang Aphaiwong
• Giorgio Croci

Famous people who died in 1968

Famous people who died on March 15th

March 15, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 15, 1968 was (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay by Otis Redding, according to the music chart for the week March 11th and March 17th.

1. Otis Redding - (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay
2. Dionne Warwick - (Theme From) Valley Of The Dolls
3. Paul Mauriat and His Orchestra - Love Is Blue (L'Amour Est Bleu)
4. 1910 Fruitgum Company - Simon Says
5. First Edition - Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)

March 15, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 15, 1968 was Cinderella Rockefella by Esther & Abi Ofarim, according to the music chart for the week March 11th and March 17th.

1. Esther & Abi Ofarim - Cinderella Rockefella
2. Dave Dee Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich - Legend Of Xanadu
3. Tom Jones - Delilah
4. The Move - Fire Brigade
5. Manfred Mann - The Mighty Quinn

March 15, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 15, 1968 was (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay by Otis Redding, according to the music chart for the week March 11th and March 17th.

1. Otis Redding - (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay
2. The Impressions - We're A Winner
3. The Temptations - I Wish It Would Rain
4. Sam & Dave - I Thank You
5. Aretha Franklin - (Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You've Been Gone

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 15th is Pisces.

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Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.

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March 15, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 15, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 15, 1968 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 15, 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 March 15, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 95% full, rising at 07:21 pm and setting at 07:03 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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Someone born on March 15, 1968 is:

57 years 1 month old,

or 685 months and 8 days old,

or 2979 weeks and 5 days old,

or 20858 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 15, 1968?

There are 326 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday March 15th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 15, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on March 15, 1968.

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