Monday June 17, 1968: on this day

June 17, 1968 was the 169th day of the year 1968, under the sign of Gemini and the day of the week was Monday.

Is June 17, 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 June 17, 1968, who was born and died on June 17, 1968, what holidays and observances are celebrated on June 17, 1968, which were the most popular songs (ex. This Guy's In Love With You by Herb Alpert), movies (e.g. Commandos, directed by Armando Crispino), TV series (e.g. Showtime) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about June 17th, 1968 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was June 17, 1968?


June 17, 1968 was a Monday and it was the 169th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 17, 1968 can also be written as 6/17/1968 in the US and as 17/6/1968 in UK and Europe.

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June 17, 1968: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on June 17, 1968:

June 17, 1968: What were the magazines covers that day?

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June 17, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 17th is Gemini.

Gemini is the 3rd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between May 21st and June 20th belong to the Gemini sign: discover Gemini personality and who should a Gemini marry.

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 17, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 17, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on June 17th, 1968 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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June 17, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on June 17, 1968 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 17, 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 17, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 01:00 am and setting at 01:50 pm.

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

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Who was born on June 17, 1968?


Famous people born on June 17, 1968:

  • Kinshasa Nkosi

    Influential playwright known for pushing boundaries in theater.

  • Delores Martinez

    Veteran political journalist who has covered numerous presidential campaigns.

  • Deanna Raybourn

    Deanna Raybourn is a bestselling author known for her historical mystery novels.

  • Minoru Suzuki

    Japanese mixed martial artist and professional wrestler.

  • Steve Georgallis

    Australian rugby league player and coach.

  • Dianne Durham

    American gymnast who briefly ruled women’s gymnastics before injuring her knee.

  • Julie Miller

    Hawaiian triathlete.

  • Dianne Patrice Durham
  • Luka Pavićević
  • Danny Pena
  • Michail Erëmin
  • Stefano Vidili
  • Luis Barbat
  • Bård Jørgen Elden
  • Slaviša Koprivica
  • Kristin Krone
  • Milko Lieverst
  • Évariste Ndayishimiye
  • Alassane Ouattara

Whose famous birthday is on June 17th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on June 17th:

  • Newt Gingrich
    Newt Gingrich

    American politician who rose to prominence in 1994 as the first gop speaker in 40 years.

  • Stan Laurel
    Stan Laurel

    Stan laurel was a comedic actor best known for being one half of the famous duo laurel and hardy, known for their slapstick comedy films.

  • Kendrick Lamar
    Kendrick Lamar

    Kendrick lamar is a highly influential rapper known for his introspective lyrics and socially conscious themes.

  • Bresha Webb
    Bresha Webb

    Bresha Webb is an American actress known for her roles in television shows such as 'Marlon' and 'Run the World'.

  • Beth Moore
    Beth Moore

    Beth moore is a well-known author and bible teacher, recognized for her bestselling books and influential teachings.

  • Barry Manilow
    Barry Manilow

    American singer, songwriter, author, and musician who rose to mega-pop stardom during the 1970s.

  • Greg Kinnear
    Greg Kinnear

    American actor who was the host and executive producer for e! entertainment televisionaeur(tm), the popular "talk soup" program, 1991-1994.

  • Joe Piscopo
    Joe Piscopo

    American actor, best known for his role on "saturday night live" (1975-85), where he was well-known for his hilarious parodies of stars such...

  • Peter Lupus
    Peter Lupus

    American actor and bodybuilder.

  • Ken Loach
    Ken Loach

    English screenwriter and producer of director producers.

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June 17, 1968: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 55 years 9 months old,

or 669 months and 2 days old,

or 2909 weeks and 1 day old,

or 20364 days old,

if you were born on June 17, 1968.

Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 17, 1968?

There are 90 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday June 17th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 17, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 17, 1968.

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June 17, 1968: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on June 17, 1968:

  • José Nasazzi

    Uruguayan footballer and manager (d. 1968).

  • Dorothy Baker
  • Andrew Cohen
  • Aleksej Eliseevič Kručënych
  • Ettore Reynaudi
  • Ursule Wibaut
  • Cassandre
  • Henry Christophe
  • Alejandro González y Robleto

What famous deaths happened on June 17th?

Famous deaths on June 17th:

  • Cyd Charisse
    Cyd Charisse

    Cyd charisse was an american dancer and actress known for her roles in classic hollywood musicals such as singin' in the rain and the band...

  • Jeff Chandler
    Jeff Chandler

    American actor and singer (d. 1961).

  • Kate Smith
    Kate Smith

    American singer ("god bless america") dies in raleigh (north carolina) at the age of 78 (born 1907).

  • Pamela Britton
    Pamela Britton

    Actress (blondie my favorite martian), is killed at 50.

  • John Murray
    John Murray

    Canadian-scottish biologist and oceanographer (d. 1914).

  • Jaquese Williams

    Award-winning playwright known for his powerful and thought-provoking dramas.

  • Aulden Smith

    Pioneering scientist who revolutionized the field of genetics.

  • Cevyn Thomas

    Acclaimed playwright whose works continue to inspire audiences.

  • Elysian Stone

    Pioneering environmental journalist advocating for conservation and sustainability.

  • Lamarco Smith

    Influential playwright whose works explored social issues and human relationships.

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June 17, 1968: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on June 17, 1968:

  • St. Albert Chmielowski.
  • National holiday of West Germany until 1990, see Workers' Uprising of 1953 in East Germany.
  • Iceland's national day, celebrating independence from Denmark in 1944.

Observances on June 17, 1968:

  • World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
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June 17, 1968: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on June 17, 1968 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week June 17th and June 23rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


June 17, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 17, 1968 was This Guy's In Love With You by Herb Alpert, according to the music chart for the week June 17th and June 23rd.

June 17, 1968: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on June 17, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 17th and June 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - This Guy's In Love With You
  2. - MacArthur Park
  3. - Mrs. Robinson
  4. - Yummy Yummy Yummy
  5. - The Look Of Love

June 17, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 17, 1968 was Young Girl by Union Gap, according to the music chart for the week June 17th and June 23rd.

June 17, 1968: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on June 17, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week June 17th and June 23rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Young Girl
  2. - Jumpin' Jack Flash
  3. - Honey
  4. - A Man Without Love
  5. - Hurdy Gurdy Man

June 17, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 17, 1968 was Think by Aretha Franklin, according to the R&B music chart for the week June 17th and June 23rd.

June 17, 1968: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on June 17, 1968 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week June 17th and June 23rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Think
  2. - I Could Never Love Another (After Loving You)
  3. - Licking Stick - Licking Stick (Part 1)
  4. - Never Give You Up
  5. - Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing

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June 17, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on June 17, 1968 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

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

The Thomas Crown Affair

The Thomas Crown Affair

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Norman Jewison

Starring: Steve McQueen, Faye Dunaway, Paul Burke, Jack Weston

Country: United States of America

Petulia

Petulia

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Richard Lester

Starring: Julie Christie, George C. Scott, Richard Chamberlain, Arthur Hill

Rosemary's Baby

Rosemary's Baby

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Roman Polanski

Starring: Mia Farrow, John Cassavetes, Ruth Gordon, Sidney Blackmer

Country: United States of America

June 17, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on June 17, 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:

Showtime

Showtime

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Tom Dey

What Maisie Knew

What Maisie Knew

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Scott McGehee

Dream House

Dream House

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Jim Sheridan

The Dave Allen Show

The Dave Allen Show

Release year: 1968

Starring: Dave Allen

Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

June 17, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on June 17, 1968 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

Nicholas And Alexandra by Robert K. Massie

Nicholas And Alexandra

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The tale of the love that ended an Empire. In this powerful book, Robert K. Massie, Pulitzer Prize-winning author, takes readers back to Imperial Russia to tell their story.

The Naked Ape by Desmond Morris

The Naked Ape

By:

This classic work is a landmark in popular psychology and anthropology. Zoologist Desmond Morris sees humans as another species of animal in the book that was first published in 1967.

Between Parent And Child by Haim G. Ginott

Between Parent And Child

By:

Between Parent and Child has been helping millions of parents worldwide strengthen their relationships with children for the past 35 years.

The Double Helix by James Watson

The Double Helix

By:

This is the classic personal account by Watson and Crick of their groundbreaking discovery of DNA structure. Now with introduction by Sylvia Nasar (author of A Beautiful Mind).

The Tower Of Babel by Morris West

The Tower Of Babel

By:

Not everyone in the complicated world of Middle Eastern politics is who they seem. No price is too high in the fight for freedom.

June 17, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on June 17, 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 June 17, 1968?

On June 17, 1968 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on June 17, 1968?

On June 17, 1968 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on June 17, 1968?

On June 17, 1968 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about June 17th?

June 17th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 17th day of the month of June. 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 June 17th, such as:

  • 2019 - Boko haram, nigeria: three suicide bombers from boko haram detonate their bombs among football fans in konduga. the explosions killed 30 and injured 40 others. (bbc).boko haram terrorists engage in gunfire with nigerian soldiers in nganzai, a local government area of borno state.
  • 2018 - Boko haram insurgency: at least 31 people are killed in twin suicide bombings at damboa, nigeria. rockets from outside the town are believed to be following the explosions.
  • 2017 - War in afghanistan: an "insider attack" on camp shaheen in northern mazar-i-sharif resulted in at least one afghan being killed and seven americans being wounded. the earlier report that americans were killed was incorrect. the taliban claim responsibility.

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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 June 1968?

June 1968 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with June being the 6th 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 June 1968 calendar looked like.

Monday June 17, 1968