Historical Events
- Israeli-Egyptian artillery duel along Suez Canal
Famous Birthdays
- Akio Suyama, Japanese seiyu, born in Tokonaka, Japan
- Billy Crudup, American actor (The Morning Show), born in Manhasset, New York
- Michael Weatherly, American actor (NCIS, Bull), born in New York City
Famous Weddings
Reggie Jackson
American MLB baseball player Reggie Jackson (22) weds his college sweetheart Jennie Campos; divorce in 1973
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights
About July 8, 1968
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 9 months and 19 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
#1 Song: This Guy's In Love With You - Herb Alpert
#1 Song: Baby Come Back - Equals
