What happened on Wednesday July 24, 1968?

Here's what happened on July 24, 1968:

• Kitchen Debate A famous impromptu debate between U.S. Vice President Richard Nixon and Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev at the American National Exhibition in Moscow, symbolizing the ideological tensions of the Cold War through a discussion about consumer goods and political systems.
• Treaty of Lausanne A pivotal diplomatic agreement signed in Switzerland that established the modern boundaries of Turkey, resolving territorial disputes following World War I and reshaping the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East.
• S.S. Eastland Disaster The tragic capsizing of the passenger ship S.S. Eastland resulted in 844 fatalities, representing the largest single-incident loss of life in Great Lakes maritime history, and a stark reminder of maritime safety challenges.
• Naval Battle of Lake Maracaibo Admiral José Prudencio Padilla's decisive naval victory against the Spanish Navy was a pivotal moment in Gran Colombia's independence struggle, significantly weakening Spanish colonial control in South America.
• Founding of Detroit Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac established Fort Pontchartrain, a strategic French trading post that would eventually develop into the major industrial city of Detroit, Michigan, playing a crucial role in North American colonization and economic development.
• Treaty of Georgievsk The Kingdom of Georgia signed a significant treaty with the Russian Empire, establishing a protectorate that would profoundly impact Georgia's political future and regional geopolitics.
• Battle of Harlaw One of the bloodiest battles in Scottish history, the Battle of Harlaw was a significant conflict between the Highlanders and Lowlanders, marking a brutal chapter in medieval Scottish territorial disputes.
• First Ascent of Eiger North Face Mountaineers completed the first successful ascent of the treacherous north face of the Eiger in the Swiss Alps, a landmark achievement in alpine climbing that challenged existing mountaineering limits.
• O. Henry's Release Renowned short story writer William Sydney Porter (O. Henry) was released from prison after serving three years for embezzlement, marking a turning point in his tumultuous life before becoming a celebrated literary figure.

Events in 1968

July 24, 1968: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 24, 1968

Newspapers from Jul. 24, 1968

July 24, 1968 was a Wednesday and it was the 206th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 24, 1968 can also be written as 7/24/1968 in the US and as 24/7/1968 in UK and Europe.

July 24, 1968 in July 1968 calendar

Famous people born on July 24, 1968:

• Kristin Chenoweth

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• Troy Kotsur

Famous people born in 1968

Famous people born on July 24th

Famous people died on July 24, 1968:

• Friedrich-August Schack

Famous people who died in 1968

Famous people who died on July 24th

July 24, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 24, 1968 was Grazing In The Grass by Hugh Masekela, according to the music chart for the week July 22nd and July 28th.

1. Hugh Masekela - Grazing In The Grass
2. Gary Puckett - Lady Willpower
3. The 5th Dimension - Stoned Soul Picnic
4. The Rolling Stones - Jumpin' Jack Flash
5. Cliff Nobles - The Horse

July 24, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 24, 1968 was Baby Come Back by The Equals, according to the music chart for the week July 22nd and July 28th.

1. The Equals - Baby Come Back
2. Des O'Connor - I Pretend
3. OC Smith - Son Of Hickory Holler's Tramp
4. Tommy James & The Shondells - Mony Mony
5. Cupid's Inspiration - Yesterday Has Gone

July 24, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 24, 1968 was Grazing In The Grass by Hugh Masekela, according to the music chart for the week July 22nd and July 28th.

1. Hugh Masekela - Grazing In The Grass
2. The 5th Dimension - Stoned Soul Picnic
3. Cliff Nobles & Co. - The Horse
4. Pigmeat Markham - Here Comes The Judge
5. The Dells - Stay In My Corner

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 24th is Leo.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 24, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 24, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 24, 1968 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 24, 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 July 24, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:25 am and setting at 08:55 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 10, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Aug 08, 1968.

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Someone born on July 24, 1968 is:

56 years 8 months old,

or 680 months and 30 days old,

or 2961 weeks

or 20727 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 24, 1968?

There are 92 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday July 24th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 24, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 24, 1968.

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