Historical Events
- Civil rights march in Derry stopped by the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC)and resulting clashes lead to two days of serious rioting, often considered the start of 'the Troubles' in Northern Ireland
- KPLM (now KESQ) TV channel 42 in Palm Springs, CA (ABC) begins
Famous Birthdays
- Wayne Holdsworth, cricketer (NSW fast bowler, Australian tourist 1993)
Famous Weddings
Charles Bronson
"The Dirty Dozen" actor Charles Bronson (46) weds Jill Ireland
1968 Highlights
About October 5, 1968
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 8 months and 21 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Hey Jude - The Beatles- #1 Song: Those Were The Days - Mary Hopkin
#1 Song: Hey Jude - The Beatles
#1 Song: Those Were The Days - Mary Hopkin
