Monday May 20, 1968: on this day

May 20, 1968 was the 141st day of the year 1968, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Monday.

Is May 20, 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 May 20, 1968, who was born and died on May 20, 1968, what holidays and observances are celebrated on May 20, 1968, which were the most popular songs (ex. Tighten Up by Archie Bell & The Drells), movies (e.g. Hang 'Em High, directed by Ted Post), TV series (e.g. What Maisie Knew) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about May 20th, 1968 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was May 20, 1968?


May 20, 1968 was a Monday and it was the 141st day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 20, 1968 can also be written as 5/20/1968 in the US and as 20/5/1968 in UK and Europe.

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May 20, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 20th is Taurus.

Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.

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

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May 20, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 20, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on May 20th, 1968 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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May 20, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 20, 1968 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 20, 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 May 20, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 25% full, rising at 02:36 am and setting at 02:56 pm.

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

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Who was born on May 20, 1968?


Famous people born on May 20, 1968:

  • Timothy Olyphant
    Timothy Olyphant

    Timothy olyphant is an american actor known for his roles in tv shows like justified and deadwood, as well as in movies like live free or...

  • Henya Rabash

    Israeli politician known for her efforts in promoting education reform.

  • Khair Jalal

    Notable writer known for his insightful storytelling.

  • Jumaane Nene

    Renowned physicist specializing in quantum mechanics.

  • Cace Wu

    Chemist known for groundbreaking work in materials science.

  • Phil Hansen

    American football player.

  • John Grey

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Kaye Ceille

    Former President of Zipcar, a car-sharing company.

  • Analisa Goodman

    Analisa Goodman is a renowned contemporary painter known for her vibrant and expressive abstract artworks.

  • Dezi Arnold

    Renowned chemist known for groundbreaking research in organic chemistry.

  • Darcel Fisher

    Renowned painter known for vibrant and expressive abstract artworks.

  • Elmore Stephens

    Founder of a successful tech startup.

  • Todd Simpson

    Renowned biologist known for his research on marine ecosystems.

  • Jeralyn Powell

    Successful businesswoman who founded a popular tech startup.

  • Axe Elson

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Tyr Fisher

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Seamus Blackley

    Co-creator of the Xbox and pioneer in the field of video game design.

  • Nasir Ahmed

    Contributed to the development of artificial intelligence.

  • Divina Gracia

    Divina Gracia is a Filipino politician known for her advocacy for women's rights.

Whose famous birthday is on May 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on May 20th:

  • James Stewart
    James Stewart

    James stewart was an iconic american actor known for his roles in classic films such as it's a wonderful life and mr.

  • Naturi Naughton
    Naturi Naughton

    Successful actress and singer known for her entrepreneurship ventures.

  • Nawazuddin Siddiqui
    Nawazuddin Siddiqui

    Nawazuddin siddiqui is an indian actor known for his versatile and intense performances in bollywood films.

  • Busta Rhymes
    Busta Rhymes

    Rhymes, an american rapper, formed leaders of the new school, in 1990.

  • Louis Theroux
    Louis Theroux

    Singaporean-english journalist/producer.

  • David Hedison
    David Hedison

    American actor (d. 2019).

  • Constance Towers
    Constance Towers

    Actress (capitol.

  • Angela Goethals
    Angela Goethals

    Actress (vi warshawski heartbreak hotel, heartbreak hotel).

  • Yon González
    Yon González

    Spanish actor.

  • Rachel Platten
    Rachel Platten

    Pop singer.

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May 20, 1968: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 55 years 10 months old,

or 670 months and 9 days old,

or 2914 weeks and 4 days old,

or 20402 days old,

if you were born on May 20, 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 May 20, 1968?

There are 52 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday May 20th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 20, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on May 20, 1968.

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May 20, 1968: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 20, 1968:

  • Aroldo Fossati

    Pioneering astronomer who made significant discoveries in the field.

  • Kees van Dongen

    Dutch/french painter dies at the age of 91.

  • Noël Corbu
  • Vittorio Morelli
  • Luigi d'Assia-Darmstadt

What famous deaths happened on May 20th?

Famous deaths on May 20th:

  • Gilda Radner
    Gilda Radner

    American comedian on film and stage who created a collection of funny characters for tv's "saturday night live".

  • Lucy Gordon
    Lucy Gordon

    British actress and model (born 1980).

  • Anton Diffring
    Anton Diffring

    Koblenz, germany -- actor (assignment vienna).

  • Barbara Murray
    Barbara Murray

    English actress (d. 2014.

  • Susan Roces
    Susan Roces

    Producer and actress from the philippines.

  • Jon Pertwee
    Jon Pertwee

    English actor, portrayed the third doctor (b. 1919).

  • Christopherjame Columbus

    Italian explorer who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for widespread European exploration and the eventual...

  • Marquis de Lafayette

    French military officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War.

  • Churchill

    Legendary British boxer known for his fierce fighting style and iconic victories.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on May 20th

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May 20, 1968: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on May 20, 1968:

  • East Timor National Day.
  • Cameroon National Day.

Observances on May 20, 1968:

  • World Bee Day

Saints celebrated on May 20, 1968:

  • Saint Austregisilus
  • Saint Lucifer
  • Saint Theodore of Pavia
  • Saint Bernardine of Siena
  • Saint Ivo of Chartres
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May 20, 1968: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 20, 1968 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week May 20th and May 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


May 20, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 20, 1968 was Tighten Up by Archie Bell & The Drells, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 20, 1968: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on May 20, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Tighten Up
  2. - Mrs. Robinson
  3. - A Beautiful Morning
  4. - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
  5. - Honey

May 20, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 20, 1968 was What A Wonderful World / Cabaret by Louis Armstrong, according to the music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 20, 1968: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on May 20, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - What A Wonderful World / Cabaret
  2. - Young Girl
  3. - A Man Without Love
  4. - Lazy Sunday
  5. - Simon Says

May 20, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 20, 1968 was Tighten Up by Archie Bell & The Drells, according to the R&B music chart for the week May 20th and May 26th.

May 20, 1968: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on May 20, 1968 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week May 20th and May 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Tighten Up
  2. - Cowboys To Girls
  3. - Shoo-Be-Doo-Be-Doo-Da-Day
  4. - Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing
  5. - I Got The Feelin'

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May 20, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on May 20, 1968 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Hang 'Em High

Hang 'Em High

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Ted Post

Starring: Clint Eastwood, Inger Stevens, Pat Hingle, Ed Begley

Country: United States of America

Memories of Underdevelopment

Memories of Underdevelopment

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Tomás Gutiérrez Alea

Starring: Sergio Corrieri, Daisy Granados, Eslinda Núñez, Omar Valdés

Bandolero!

Bandolero!

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Andrew V. McLaglen

Starring: James Stewart, Dean Martin, Raquel Welch, George Kennedy

Villa Rides

Villa Rides

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Buzz Kulik

Starring: Yul Brynner, Robert Mitchum, Maria Grazia Buccella, Charles Bronson

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

May 20, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on May 20, 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:

What Maisie Knew

What Maisie Knew

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Scott McGehee

Dream House

Dream House

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Jim Sheridan

Anker auf und Leinen los!

Anker auf und Leinen los!

Release year: 1968

Starring: Christa Siems, Heinz Engelmann, Horst Beck, Karl-Heinz Kreienbaum

How It Is

How It Is

Release year: 1968

May 20, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on May 20, 1968 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

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.

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.

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).

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 Right People by Stephen Birmingham

The Right People

By:

Stephen Birmingham is a wise and funny writer who has managed to write five novels and "Our Crowd", a study on New York's Jewish community.

May 20, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on May 20, 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

history

Who was the US President on May 20, 1968?

On May 20, 1968 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on May 20, 1968?

On May 20, 1968 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on May 20, 1968?

On May 20, 1968 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about May 20th?

May 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th day of the month of May. 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 May 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Threety-two people were killed when islamic state members set off a prison riot in vahdat (tajikistan) and started a fire at a jail in vahdat.
  • 2018 - 2018 lower puna eruption: lava continues to spew from kilauea (hawaii) fissures, reaching the pacific ocean, and severely injuring one person.
  • 2017 - Libyan civil war (2014-2018): an attack on an airbase controlled by the libyan national army in southern libya has claimed 140 lives.

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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 May 1968?

May 1968 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with May being the 5th 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 May 1968 calendar looked like.

Monday May 20, 1968