Historical Events
- Operation Coburg, an Australian and New Zealand military action during the Vietnam War, begins
Famous Birthdays
- Mark Burmester, Zimbabwean cricketer (Zimbabwe Test all-rounder in 3 Tests 1992), born in Durban, South Africa
- Mary Lou Retton, American gymnast (Olympic gold all-round 1984), born in Fairmont, West Virginia
- Michael Kiske, German heavy metal vocalist (Helloween, 1986-93 and 2016-present), born in Hamburg, West Germany
- Ross Powell, American baseball pitcher (Cincinnati Reds, Houston Astros), born in Grand Rapids, Michigan (d. 2017)
- Scott Mercier, American cyclist (Olympics 1996), born in Harbor City, California
1968 Highlights
About January 24, 1968
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 55 years and 8 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Judy In Disguise (With Glasses) - John Fred And The Playboys
#1 Song: The Ballad Of Bonnie And Clyde - Georgie Fame
