Historical Events
- The Beatles promotional films (music videos) for "Hey Jude" and "Revolution" first broadcast in the US on "The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour"
Famous Deaths
- Phyllis Nicolson, British mathematician (Crank-Nicolson method), dies at 51
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights
About October 6, 1968
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 6 months and 21 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
