What Happened on June 18, 1969

Historical Events

The Wild Bunch

"The Wild Bunch", directed by Sam Peckinpah and starring William Holden and Ernest Borgnine, is released

  • A report published by the International Commission of Jurists on the British government's policy in Northern Ireland is critical of both the British government and the Northern Ireland government

Famous Birthdays

  • Christopher Largen, American author, born in Fort Worth, Texas (d. 2012)
  • Jay Leeuwenburg, American NFL guard/center (Chicago Bears, Indianapolis Colts), born in St. Louis, Missouri
  • Pål Pot Pamparius [Pål Bøttger Kjærnes], Norwegian rock guitarist and piano player (Turbonegro), born in Kolbotn, Norway
  • Vito LoGrasso, American professional wrestler

About June 18, 1969

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 10 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Get Back - The Beatles With Billy Preston
  • UK #1 Song: The Ballad of John And Yoko - The Beatles