What happened on Thursday August 29, 1968?

Here's what happened on August 29, 1968:

• 1968 Democratic National Convention Concludes Amid Chaos The 1968 Democratic National Convention, held at the International Amphitheatre in Chicago, Illinois, concluded on August 29, 1968. The event was dramatically marked by intense anti-Vietnam War protests and violent confrontations between police and demonstrators, which were broadcast live on television, shocking viewers worldwide and symbolizing the deep social and political divisions in the United States during that turbulent period.
• Black Power Salute Shocks the World at Mexico City Olympics During the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, African American athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists in a Black Power salute on the medal podium after winning their track events. This powerful gesture became an iconic moment of protest against racial inequality, sparking international controversy and becoming a defining symbol of the civil rights movement.
• Democrats Nominate Hubert H. Humphrey for President The Democratic Party officially nominated Hubert H. Humphrey as their presidential candidate during the tumultuous 1968 National Convention, amidst significant political and social unrest in the United States.
• First US Open Tennis Match The inaugural US Open tennis tournament was held, marking a significant milestone in professional tennis history. This event represented a transformation in the sport's professional era and international competitive landscape.
• Norwegian Royal Wedding King Harald V of Norway married Sonja Haraldsen, marking a significant moment in Norwegian royal history. Their marriage was notable for being one of the first in the Norwegian royal family where the bride was a commoner.

Events in 1968

August 29, 1968: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 29, 1968

Newspapers from Aug. 29, 1968

August 29, 1968 was a Thursday and it was the 242nd day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 29, 1968 can also be written as 8/29/1968 in the US and as 29/8/1968 in UK and Europe.

August 29, 1968 in August 1968 calendar

Famous people born on August 29, 1968:

• Meshell Ndegeocello

  Acclaimed American bassist, singer-songwriter, and record producer known for her innovative blend of funk, soul, jazz, and R&B music.

• Ricky Memphis

Famous people born in 1968

Famous people born on August 29th

Famous people died on August 29, 1968:

• Ulysses S. Grant III

  American soldier and planner, served as a major general in the United States Army during World War I..

Famous people who died in 1968

Famous people who died on August 29th

August 29, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 29, 1968 was People Got To Be Free by The Rascals, according to the music chart for the week August 26th and September 1st.

1. The Rascals - People Got To Be Free
2. Steppenwolf - Born To Be Wild
3. Jose Feliciano - Light My Fire
4. The Doors - Hello, I Love You
5. The Cream - Sunshine Of Your Love

August 29, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 29, 1968 was Hey Jude by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week August 26th and September 1st.

1. The Beatles - Hey Jude
2. Mary Hopkin - Those Were The Days
3. The Bee Gees - I've Gotta Get A Message To You
4. Aretha Franklin - I Say A Little Prayer
5. The Beach Boys - Do It Again

August 29, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 29, 1968 was You're All I Need To Get By by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell, according to the music chart for the week August 26th and September 1st.

1. Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell - You're All I Need To Get By
2. Eddie Floyd - I've Never Found A Girl (To Love Me Like You Do)
3. Barbara Acklin - Love Makes A Woman
4. The Dells - Stay In My Corner
5. Stevie Wonder - You Met Your Match

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 29th is Virgo.

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

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August 29, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 29, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 29, 1968 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 29, 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 August 29, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 12:44 pm and setting at 10:24 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 08, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Sep 06, 1968.

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Someone born on August 29, 1968 is:

56 years 8 months old,

or 680 months and 15 days old,

or 2958 weeks and 6 days old,

or 20712 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 29, 1968?

There are 107 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 29th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 29, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 29, 1968.

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