What Happened on October 31, 1968

Historical Events

  • Milwaukee Bucks win their 1st game beating Detroit 138-118 (6th game)
  • US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site

Event of Interest

US President Lyndon B. Johnson orders a halt to all bombing of North Vietnam


Famous Birthdays

  • Antonio Davis, American basketball forward (NBA All-Star 2001; Indiana Pacers), executive (President NBA Players Association 2005-06) and broadcaster (ESPN, SiriusXM), born in Oakland, California
  • Eddie Taubensee, American baseball catcher (Cincinnati Reds), born in Beeville, Texas

Famous Weddings

Davy Jones

British "Monkees" singer Davy Jones (22) weds American actress Linda Haines (23); divorce in 1975

Famous Deaths

  • Malcolm Hale, American musician (Spanky and Our Gang), dies of monoxide poisoning at 27
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights

About October 31, 1968

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Hey Jude - The Beatles
  • UK #1 Song: With A Little Help From My Friends - Joe Cocker