Historical Events
- Civil rights march in Derry stopped by the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC)and resulting clashes lead to two days of serious rioting, often considered the start of 'the Troubles' in Northern Ireland
- KPLM (now KESQ) TV channel 42 in Palm Springs, CA (ABC) begins
Famous Weddings
Charles Bronson
"The Dirty Dozen" actor Charles Bronson (46) weds Jill Ireland
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights
About October 5, 1968
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 6 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hey Jude - The Beatles
#1 Song: Those Were The Days - Mary Hopkin
