What Happened on October 21, 1967

Historical Events

  • Egypt sinks Israeli torpedo boat
  • Tens of thousands of anti-Vietnam War protesters march on the Pentagon, besieging the military headquarters for two days

Famous Birthdays

  • Bill Berg, Canadian NHL left wing (NY Rangers), born in St. Catharines, Ontario
  • John Flaherty, American baseball catcher (Tampa Bay Devil Rays, New York Yankees) and broadcaster (YES Network, NY Yankees), born in New York City
  • Paul Ince, English footballer
  • Stanley Richard, NFL safety (Washington Redskins)

Famous Deaths

  • Ejnar Hertzsprung, Danish astronomer (Hertzsprung-Russell diagram), dies at 94
Died in 1967 1967 Highlights

About October 21, 1967

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 6 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: To Sir With Love - Lulu
  • UK #1 Song: Massachusetts - Bee Gees