Historical Events
Grammy Awards
11th Grammy Awards: "By the Time I Get to Phoenix" by Glen Campbell wins best record
- 120 cannabis joints found at George & Patti Harrison's home
Famous Birthdays
- Graham Coxon, British pop-rock singer-songwriter and guitarist (Blur - "Country House"), born in Rinteln, West Germany
- J P Izquierdo, CFL slot back (Calgary Stampeders)
- Jake Tapper, American journalist
Famous Weddings
Paul & Linda McCartney
Beatle Paul McCartney (26) marries American photographer Linda Eastman (27) at Marylebone Register's Office in London
1969 Highlights
About March 12, 1969
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 55 years and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Dizzy - Tommy Roe
- #1 Song: Where Do You Go To My Lovely - Peter Sarstedt