Wednesday October 30, 1968: on this day

October 30, 1968 was the 304th day of the year 1968, under the sign of Scorpio and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is October 30, 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 October 30, 1968, who was born and died on October 30, 1968, what holidays and observances are celebrated on October 30, 1968, which were the most popular songs (ex. Hey Jude by The Beatles), movies (e.g. Commandos, directed by Armando Crispino), TV series (e.g. Hilfe, Wir Bauen) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about October 30th, 1968 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was October 30, 1968?


October 30, 1968 was a Wednesday and it was the 304th day of the year 1968 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 30, 1968 can also be written as 10/30/1968 in the US and as 30/10/1968 in UK and Europe.

October 30, 1968 in October 1968 calendar

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October 30, 1968: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on October 30, 1968:

  • Jaqueline kennedy marries aristotle onassis on the island of scorpios
  • Browse newspapers headlines from October 30, 1968
  • Queen juliana opens ij tunnel in amsterdam
  • A squad of 120 north korean army commandos land in boats along a 25-mile long section of the eastern coast of south korea in a failed attempt to overthrow the dictatorship of park chung hee and bring about the reunification of korea.

October 30, 1968: What were the magazines covers that day?

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October 30, 1968: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 30th is Scorpio.

Scorpio is the 8th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between October 23rd and November 21st belong to the Scorpio sign: discover Scorpio personality and who should a Scorpio marry.

Babies born in October are either Libra or Scorpio. People born before October 22nd are Libra, while people born from October 23rd have the sign of Scorpio.

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October 30, 1968: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 30, 1968 is Monkey and the associated element is Earth.

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Discover the planets positions on October 30th, 1968 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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October 30, 1968: What was the moon phase on that day?


Moon phase

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The moon phase on October 30, 1968 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 30, 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 October 30, 1968 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 02:36 pm and setting at 01:40 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 06, 1968 while the next full moon would come on Nov 05, 1968.

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Who was born on October 30, 1968?


Famous people born on October 30, 1968:

  • Murphy Jensen

    Murphy Jensen is a former professional tennis player known for his doubles success.

  • Daniel Lubetzky

    Founder of KIND Snacks.

  • Jack Plotnick

    American producer and director of actor.

  • Ken Stringfellow

    American singer-songwriter/guitarist (the posies the orange humble band, white flag).

  • Emmanuelle Claret

    French biathlete (d. 2013).

  • Allan Kamwanga
  • Goran Milanko
  • Hugues Miorin
  • Francesco Mutti
  • David Zitelli
  • Dean Chynoweth
  • Laurent Daignault

Whose famous birthday is on October 30th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on October 30th:

  • Adam Copeland
    Adam Copeland

    Adam copeland, also known as edge, is a retired professional wrestler who achieved fame in the wwe and is known for his multiple...

  • Dan Castellaneta
    Dan Castellaneta

    Dan castellaneta is an american actor best known for providing the voice of homer simpson on the animated television series the simpsons.

  • Fanny Brice
    Fanny Brice

    Fanny brice was a renowned comedian known for her work in vaudeville, broadway, and radio, and for her iconic portrayal of the character...

  • Ashley Graham
    Ashley Graham

    Ashley graham is a well-known american model who is celebrated for her work in promoting body positivity and diversity in the fashion...

  • Gavin Rossdale
    Gavin Rossdale

    An actor and musician from england, bush was the lead singer and rhythm guitar of the rock band.

  • Louis Malle
    Louis Malle

    French director and film maker, who was first recognized for "the lovers", his second film.

  • Nia Long
    Nia Long

    Nia long is an american actress known for her roles in popular films and tv shows such as 'boyz n the hood' and 'the fresh prince of...

  • Matthew Morrison
    Matthew Morrison

    Matthew morrison is an american actor, singer, and dancer, best known for his role as will schuester on the television show glee.

  • Claude Lelouch
    Claude Lelouch

    He is a french film producer and screenwriter, who rose to fame as a 13-year-old.

  • Henry Winkler
    Henry Winkler

    American actor who was most well-known for his role as the brazen, ultra-cool biker arthur fonzie fonzarelli in the tv series happy days.

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October 30, 1968: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 55 years 4 months old,

or 664 months and 19 days old,

or 2889 weeks and 6 days old,

or 20229 days old,

if you were born on October 30, 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 October 30, 1968?

There are 225 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday October 30th 2024.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 30, 1968?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on October 30, 1968.

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October 30, 1968: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on October 30, 1968:

  • Ramon Novarro
    Ramon Novarro

    Mexican-american actor, who was the star of silent film and won wide acclaim with his dashing roles in "the prisoner of zenda", and...

  • Conrad Richter

    American novelist known for his historical fiction.

  • Rose Wilder Lane

    American journalist and author (b. 1886).

  • Pert Kelton

    Actress (cavalcade of stars), dies in 61.

What famous deaths happened on October 30th?

Famous deaths on October 30th:

  • Georges Brassens
    Georges Brassens

    French composer, poet, and singer.

  • Steve Allen
    Steve Allen

    American comedian, actor, singer, master host, host, and writer of fiction (49 novels), poetry, humor and mystery.

  • Robert Goulet
    Robert Goulet

    American singer and handsome lead man, who won a tony for the broadway musical "the happy time.

  • Al Molinaro
    Al Molinaro

    American actor (d. 2015).

  • June Duprez
    June Duprez

    Actress (calcutta tiger fang), is killed at 66.

  • Joseph Campbell

    American mythologist known for his work on comparative mythology and the hero's journey.

  • Wealthy von Richthofen

    Renowned for her vibrant landscapes and still life paintings.

  • Sircharles Tupper

    Canadian politician who served as the sixth Prime Minister of Canada.

  • Roberth Fisk

    Renowned war correspondent and Middle East expert.

  • Clifford Geertz

    Clifford Geertz was a leading cultural anthropologist known for his work on symbolic anthropology.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on October 30th

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October 30, 1968: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on October 30, 1968:

  • St. Marcel
  • Bl. John Slade
  • St. Theonestus
  • St. Talacrian
  • St. Macarius
  • St. Herbert
  • St. Serapion
  • USA - Mischief Night in some areas (known as Devil's Night in Detroit)
  • Also see October 30 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • St. Zenobius & Zenobia
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October 30, 1968: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on October 30, 1968 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week October 28th and November 3rd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


October 30, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 30, 1968 was Hey Jude by The Beatles, according to the music chart for the week October 28th and November 3rd.

October 30, 1968: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on October 30, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 28th and November 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Hey Jude
  2. - Those Were The Days
  3. - Little Green Apples
  4. - Fire
  5. - Midnight Confessions

October 30, 1968: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 30, 1968 was The Good, The Bad And The Ugly by Hugo Montenegro, according to the music chart for the week October 28th and November 3rd.

October 30, 1968: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on October 30, 1968 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week October 28th and November 3rd. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
  2. - With A Little Help From My Friends
  3. - Eloise
  4. - Those Were The Days
  5. - This Old Heart Of Mine

October 30, 1968: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 30, 1968 was Say It Loud - I'm Black And I'm Proud (Part 1) by James Brown, according to the R&B music chart for the week October 28th and November 3rd.

October 30, 1968: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on October 30, 1968 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week October 28th and November 3rd. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Say It Loud - I'm Black And I'm Proud (Part 1)
  2. - Little Green Apples
  3. - Fool For You
  4. - Hey, Western Union Man
  5. - Court Of Love

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October 30, 1968: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on October 30, 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 Lion in Winter

The Lion in Winter

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Anthony Harvey

Starring: Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins, John Castle

Country: United States of America

Ice Station Zebra

Ice Station Zebra

Release year: 1968

Directed by: John Sturges

Starring: Rock Hudson, Ernest Borgnine, Patrick McGoohan, Jim Brown

Country: United States of America

Live a Little, Love a Little

Live a Little, Love a Little

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Norman Taurog

Starring: Elvis Presley, Michele Carey, Don Porter, Rudy Vallee

Country: United States of America

October 30, 1968: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on October 30, 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:

Hilfe, wir bauen

Hilfe, wir bauen

Release year: 1968

Sein Traum vom Grand Prix

Sein Traum vom Grand Prix

Release year: 1968

Fantastic Voyage

Fantastic Voyage

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Richard Fleischer

Best of Enemies

Best of Enemies

Release year: 1968

Directed by: Morgan Neville

October 30, 1968: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on October 30, 1968 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Rich And The Super-Rich by Ferdinand Lundberg

The Rich And The Super-Rich

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A book that told the story about the lords and glittering clans of wealth was published thirty years ago.

Heaven Help Us! by Herbert Tarr

Heaven Help Us!

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"This book is very funny and should calm some anxieties of curious gentiles who are unsure what actually happens inside the fancy synagogue at 13th Avenue...

The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test by Tom Wolfe

The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test

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"An American classic" was a Newsweek article that defined a generation. "An amazing book" (The New York Times Book Review), and an unflinching portrait Ken Kesey and his Merry Pranksters and the 1960s.

The Salzburg Connection by Helen MacInnes

The Salzburg Connection

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He requested the dispatch of two operatives with proper training to Salzburg. Extreme measures may be necessary. In 1945, their thousand-year-old empire was falling around them, and the Allies on the heels. The Nazis hidden a sealed chest in dark …

The Case Against Congress by Drew Pearson and Jack Anderson

The Case Against Congress

By:

This vintage hardcover is enhanced by the decorative dustjacket. The jacket has some wear from being stored on the edges. The book is bright and clean inside.

October 30, 1968: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on October 30, 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 October 30, 1968?

On October 30, 1968 the US President was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democrat).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on October 30, 1968?

On October 30, 1968 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on October 30, 1968?

On October 30, 1968 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about October 30th?

October 30th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 30th day of the month of October. 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 October 30th, such as:

  • 2018 - 2018 pacific typhoon season: typhoon yutu creates landslides and leaves at least four people dead in the philippines.
  • 2017 - Gaza-israel conflict: seven hamas militants are killed when an idf destroys a tunnel that was partially completed from gaza strip's border. it crossed into israeli territory. many more were killed in rescue operations.
  • 2016 - Sinai insurgency: six insurgents and 4 soldiers were killed in a military operation in north sinai governorate.

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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 October 1968?

October 1968 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with October being the 10th 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 October 1968 calendar looked like.

Wednesday October 30, 1968