What Happened on August 10, 1969

Historical Events

Sports History

Don Sutton breaks his 13-game losing streak to Cubs with a 4-2 win

Famous Birthdays

  • Iain Fraser, Canadian NHL center (Winnipeg Jets), born in Scarborough, Ontario

Famous Weddings

Robert F. Engle

American economist Robert F. Engle (26) weds psychologist Marianne Eger

Famous Deaths

  • Leno LaBianca, American businessman (murdered) (b. 1925)
  • Rosemary LaBianca, American housewife (murdered) (b. 1930)
Died in 1969 1969 Highlights

About August 10, 1969

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 8 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: In The Year 2525 - Zager & Evans
  • UK #1 Song: Honky Tonk Women - The Rolling Stones