Historical Events
- "One Life to Live", American soap opera, premieres on TV
- Commercial air travel begins between US & USSR
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Fantasy Records releases the self-titled debut album "Creedence Clearwater Revival"; it feature's their cover of Dale Hawkin's "Susie Q"
- France performs nuclear Test at Mururoa atoll
- NJ Americans moved to Comack & become NY Nets (ABA)
Famous Birthdays
- Eddie Griffin, American comedian (Black Dynamite), born in Kansas City, Missouri
Famous Deaths
- Lura Anson, American silent film actress dies at 76
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights
About July 15, 1968
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Grazing In The Grass - Hugh Masekela
- #1 Song: Baby Come Back - Equals