Historical Events
- Cambodia recognizes the German Democratic Republic (East Germany)
Sacra Ritum Congregatio
Pope Paul VI publishes the Sacra Ritum Congregatio, dividing the Congregation of Rites into two different congregations: one for Divine Worship and another for the Causes of the Saints
Famous Birthdays
- Akebono Taro, American born Japanese sumo wrestler (1st non Japanese to reach rank of Yokozuna), born in Waimānalo, Hawaii
- Brad Culpepper, NFL defensive tackle (Tampa Bay Bucs)
- Duane Forde, CFL fullback (Calgary Stampeders)
- Swift Burch, CFL defensive end (Montreal Alouettes)
Famous Deaths
- Remington Kellogg, American naturalist and director (U.S. National Museum), dies at 76
Died in 1969 1969 Highlights
About May 8, 1969
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 11 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Aquarius/Let The Sunshine In - The 5th Dimension
#1 Song: Get Back - The Beatles with Billy Preston
