Historical Events
- 28th Venice Film Festival: "Belle de Jour" directed by Luis Bunuel wins Golden Lion
- Dean Chance pitches a 2-1 no-hitter, & Twins sweep Cleveland
- Dutch 2nd Chamber demands US stop bombing North Vietnam
Music History
The Beatles, Mick Jagger, Marianne Faithfull, and Donovan meet Maharishi Mahesh Yogi at a retreat in Bangor, Wales
Famous Birthdays
- Michael Gove, British politician, born in Aberdeen, Scotland
- Myron Guyton, American NFL full safety (NE Patriots), born in Metcalf, Georgia
Famous Deaths
- Andres Sas, Belgian Peruvian composer, dies at 67
- Dilawar Hussain, Indian cricketer (Indian wicketkeeper in the 1930's), dies at 60
Died in 1967 1967 Highlights
About August 26, 1967
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 8 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Ode To Billie Joe - Bobbie Gentry
#1 Song: San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Some Flowers In Your Hair) - Scott Mckenzie
