What Happened on July 16, 1968

Famous Birthdays

  • Ariel Solomon, American NFL center and guard (Pittsburgh Steelers), born in Brooklyn, New York
  • Barry Sanders, American College and Pro Football Hall of Fame running back (Heisman Trophy 1988, Oklahoma State; 10 x Pro Bowl; NFL MVP 1997, Detroit Lions), born in Wichita, Kansas
  • Larry Sanger, American co-founder of Wikipedia, born in Bellevue, Washington

About July 16, 1968

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 9 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Grazing In The Grass - Hugh Masekela
  • UK #1 Song: Baby Come Back - Equals