Historical Events
22nd NHL All-Star Game
22nd NHL All-Star Game, Montreal Forum: Western Division ties Eastern Division, 3-3; MVP: Frank Mahovlich, Detroit, LW
- A partial meltdown at the Lucens nuclear reactor in Switzerland seriously contaminating the cavern containing the reactor; the plant is sealed and decommissioned
Famous Birthdays
- Ashley Sheppard, NFL linebacker (Jacksonville Jaguars)
- Karina Lombard, American actress
- Matt Willig, NFL tackle/guard (Atlanta Falcons, NY Jets)
- Rusty Greer, Ft Rucker AL, outfielder (Texas Rangers)
- Ted Long, CFL slot back (Hamilton Tiger Cats)
- Tsubaki Nekoi, Japanese manga artist
1969 Highlights
About January 21, 1969
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 2 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
- #1 Song: I Heard It Through The Grapevine - Marvin Gaye
- #1 Song: Ob-La-Di Ob-La-Da - Marmalade