Historical Events
- US Surveyor 7 lands near lunar crater Tycho
Famous Birthdays
- Lyle Menendez, American author accused of killing his parents (Menendez Brothers), born in New York City
Famous Deaths
- Basil Sydney, British actor (Hamlet, Jassy, Simba, Farmer's Wife), dies of pleurisy at 73
- Howard Smith, American actor (Kiss of Death, Call Northside 777), dies at 74
- Josue Teofilo Wilkes, Argentine composer, dies at 85
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights
About January 10, 1968
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 56 years, 3 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Hello Goodbye - The Beatles