What Happened on February 19, 1968

Historical Events

  • 1st US statewide teachers' strike begins in Florida [note: a two-day walk out in Utah in 1963 is considered first by some]
  • Children's educational TV program "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" debuts on NET (now PBS)

Famous Birthdays

  • Frank Watkins, American heavy metal bassist (Obituary - "Cause of Death"), born in Boca Raton, Florida (d. 2015)
  • Rob Dimaio, Canadian NHL right wing (Philadelphia Flyers), born in Calgary, Alberta
Born in 1968

Famous Deaths

  • Georg Hackenschmidt, Estonian professional wrestler, dies at 89
  • Ralph Dunn, American actor (Mr Rudge-Norby), dies at 67
1968 Highlights

About February 19, 1968

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 1 month and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Love Is Blue (L'amour Est Bleu) - Paul Mauriat And His Orchestra
  • UK #1 Song: Mighty Quinn - Manfred Mann