Wednesday February 28, 1968: on this day

February 28, 1968 was the 59th day of the year 1968, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is February 28, 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 February 28, 1968, who was born and died on February 28, 1968, what holidays and observances are celebrated on February 28, 1968, which were the most popular songs (ex. Love Is Blue (L'Amour Est Bleu) by Paul Mauriat and His Orchestra), movies (e.g. Romeo and Juliet, directed by Franco Zeffirelli), TV series (e.g. The Unloved) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about February 28th, 1968 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was February 28, 1968?


February 28, 1968 was a Wednesday and it was the 59th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 28, 1968 can also be written as 2/28/1968 in the US and as 28/2/1968 in UK and Europe.

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February 28, 1968: What happened on that day?


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February 28, 1968: What were the magazines covers that day?

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February 28, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 28th is Pisces.

Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.

Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 28, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 28, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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February 28, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on February 28, 1968 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 28, 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 February 28, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 06:58 am and setting at 07:20 pm.

The previous full moon was on Feb 14, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Mar 14, 1968.

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Who was born on February 28, 1968?


Famous people born on February 28, 1968:

  • Zimir Alvarez

    Talented painter known for his vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Earnstine Baker

    Advocate for education reform and social justice.

  • Denina Katz

    Innovative sculptor specializing in metalwork and installations.

  • Delmo Tavares

    Former mayor known for implementing environmental policies.

  • Eustis Reed

    Eustis Reed is a respected journalist who has covered major political events.

  • Junius Graves

    Junius Graves is a respected journalist who has covered major political events.

  • Parnell Marcano

    Talented sculptor specializing in contemporary art installations.

  • Hawk Alfredson

    Sculptor known for his large-scale metal sculptures.

  • Danek Quist

    Noted biologist specializing in genetics and molecular biology.

  • Varsha Usgaonkar

    Indian actress known for her work in Hindi and Marathi films.

  • Linnie Jones

    Linnie Jones is a current politician serving in the state legislature, focusing on education reform.

  • Iven Göthel

    Iven Göthel is a German politician who has served in various governmental roles.

  • Stéphan Lebeau

    Canadian ice hockey player.

  • Mike Milchin in Knoxville

    Tennessee, usa; pitcher (minnesota twins).

  • J T Snow US baseball first baseman (New York Yankees

    California angels).

  • Eric Van Meir
  • Gregor Stähli
  • Karen Robinson

Whose famous birthday is on February 28th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on February 28th:

  • Natalia Vodianova
    Natalia Vodianova

    Model and actress from russia-french.

  • Stephanie Beacham
    Stephanie Beacham

    Stephanie beacham is an english actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'dynasty' and 'the colbys'.

  • Gilbert Gottfried
    Gilbert Gottfried

    Gilbert gottfried is a comedian known for his distinctive voice and raunchy humor, as well as for his roles in movies like aladdin and...

  • Bernadette Peters
    Bernadette Peters

    American actress, singer, and dancer.

  • Dorothy Stratten
    Dorothy Stratten

    Canadian model, playboy’s playmate of 1980 and star in three movies.

  • Mario Andretti
    Mario Andretti

    Aldo, an italian-american auto racing driver, is his twin brother.

  • Svetlana Alliluyeva
    Svetlana Alliluyeva

    Russian-american writer and educator (d.2011).

  • Rae Dawn Chong
    Rae Dawn Chong

    Canadian actress.

  • Mercedes Ruehl
    Mercedes Ruehl

    American actress.

  • Vincente Minnelli
    Vincente Minnelli

    American film director, died in los angeles at the age of 76 (b. 1903).

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February 28, 1968: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 56 years and 20 days old,

or 672 months and 20 days old,

or 2924 weeks and 6 days old,

or 20474 days old,

if you were born on February 28, 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 February 28, 1968?

There are 346 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 28th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 28, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on February 28, 1968.

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February 28, 1968: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on February 28, 1968:

  • Juanita Hall

    American actress known for her role in the musical 'South Pacific.

  • Frankie Lymon

    Singer, dies at 25.

  • Doretta Morrow
  • Horst Schade
  • Giuseppe Carrieri
  • Nikolaj Nikolaevič Voronov

What famous deaths happened on February 28th?

Famous deaths on February 28th:

  • George Kennedy
    George Kennedy

    George kennedy was an american actor known for his roles in cool hand luke, airport, and the naked gun series.

  • Ruby Keeler
    Ruby Keeler

    Canadian-american actress and dancer.

  • Mary Stuart
    Mary Stuart

    American actress and singer (b. 1926).

  • Jim Thorpe
    Jim Thorpe

    American professional athlete who won awards for over seven events: the 100 meter dash and the 1500 meter run, as well as the broad jump,...

  • Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson
    Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson

    American actor (born in 1905).

  • Anny Ondra
    Anny Ondra

    Actress (blackmail) dies at 83.

  • Thedora Kallikrates

    Renowned poet known for her lyrical verses.

  • Nussen Hoffman

    Renowned painter known for his abstract art.

  • Owen Chamberlain

    American scientist who was awarded the nobel prize in physics on 10/26/1959 with dr.

  • Orabelle Worthington

    Renowned author known for her captivating novels.

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February 28, 1968: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on February 28, 1968:

  • Blessed Antonia of Florence (d. 1472)

Saints celebrated on February 28, 1968:

  • Saint Silvana
  • Saint Rufinus
  • Saint Oswald (d. 992)
  • Saint Romanus (died 463)
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February 28, 1968: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on February 28, 1968 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 26th and March 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


February 28, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 28, 1968 was Love Is Blue (L'Amour Est Bleu) by Paul Mauriat and His Orchestra, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 3rd.

February 28, 1968: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on February 28, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 26th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Love Is Blue (L'Amour Est Bleu)
  2. - (Theme From) Valley Of The Dolls
  3. - (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay
  4. - I Wish It Would Rain
  5. - Simon Says

February 28, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 28, 1968 was Cinderella Rockefella by Esther & Abi Ofarim, according to the music chart for the week February 26th and March 3rd.

February 28, 1968: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on February 28, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week February 26th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Cinderella Rockefella
  2. - Legend Of Xanadu
  3. - Delilah
  4. - Fire Brigade
  5. - The Mighty Quinn

February 28, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 28, 1968 was I Wish It Would Rain by The Temptations, according to the R&B music chart for the week February 26th and March 3rd.

February 28, 1968: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on February 28, 1968 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week February 26th and March 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - I Wish It Would Rain
  2. - We're A Winner
  3. - There Was A Time
  4. - Born Free
  5. - (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay

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February 28, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on February 28, 1968 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Franco Zeffirelli

Starring: Leonard Whiting, Olivia Hussey, John McEnery, Milo O'Shea

Country: United States of America

Stay Away, Joe

Stay Away, Joe

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Peter Tewksbury

Starring: Elvis Presley, Burgess Meredith, Joan Blondell, Katy Jurado

Country: United States of America

The Scalphunters

The Scalphunters

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Sydney Pollack

Starring: Burt Lancaster, Shelley Winters, Telly Savalas, Ossie Davis

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

February 28, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on February 28, 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:

The Unloved

The Unloved

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Samantha Morton

The Dick Cavett Show

The Dick Cavett Show

Release year: 1968

Starring: Dick Cavett, Bobby Rosengarden

Country: United States of America

Beryl Reid Says Good Evening

Beryl Reid Says Good Evening

Release year: 1968

Spavajte mirno

Spavajte mirno

Release year: 1968

February 28, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on February 28, 1968 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The President'S Plane Is Missing by Robert J. Serling

The President'S Plane Is Missing

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An unprecedented crisis... President Jeremy Haines, like many of his predecessors, is weighed down with the solemn duties and danger posed by both the Soviet Union (China) and the United States.

The Gabriel Hounds by Mary Stewart

The Gabriel Hounds

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It's all a great adventure when Christy Mansel bumps into Charles in Damascus. They decide to go on a wild adventure, being rich and impetuous young people.

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.

Anyone Can Make A Million by Morton Shulman

Anyone Can Make A Million

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Encouragement to help you get started on your entrepreneurial journey. . .

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.

February 28, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on February 28, 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 February 28, 1968?

On February 28, 1968 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on February 28, 1968?

On February 28, 1968 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on February 28, 1968?

On February 28, 1968 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about February 28th?

February 28th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 28th day of the month of February. 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 February 28th, such as:

  • 2019 - 28 february 2019, mogadishu bombings: 29 were killed in three bomb blasts and a siege that lasted until march 1.
  • 2018 - Kivu conflict: 23 people have been killed in clashes between militias within the rutshuru territory, north kivu, dr congo. since february 25, violence has rekindled.
  • 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). twelve afghan national police officers are killed in an "infiltration attack" by taliban in the southern helmand province.

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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 February 1968?

February 1968 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with February being the 2nd 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 February 1968 calendar looked like.

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