What Happened on October 12, 1967

Historical Events

World Series

Baseball World Series: Lou Brock steals WS record 7 bases as St Louis Cardinals beat Boston Red Sox, 7-2 at Fenway Park for a 4-3 series win; MVP: Cards pitcher Bob Gibson

Famous Birthdays

  • Saara Kuugongelwa, Namibian politician (1st female Prime Minister of Namibia 2015-), born in Otamanzi, South West Africa

Famous Deaths

  • Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, Indian Socialist politician, dies at 57
  • Nathaniel "Nat" Pendleton, American wrestler (Olympics 1920, Silver) and actor (The Thin Man, Reckless), dies from a heart attack at 72
Died in 1967 1967 Highlights

About October 12, 1967

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 6 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The Letter - The Box Tops
  • UK #1 Song: Massachusetts - Bee Gees