Historical Events
- Democrats nominate Hubert H Humphrey for US President (Chicago)
Tennis Open
First match in the US Open tennis era; on her way to the final, Billie Jean King beats fellow American Dr Vija Vuskains 6-1, 6-0
Famous Birthdays
- Darren Joseph, Canadian football fullback (Saskatchewan Roughriders), born in Ottawa, Canada
Famous Weddings
- Norwegian Crown Prince Harald (later Harald V) marries Sonja Haraldsen at Oslo Cathedral
Famous Deaths
- Ulysses S. Grant III, American soldier and planner, dies at 87
- Victor Sutherland, American actor (Captive City), dies at 79
Died in 1968 1968 Highlights
About August 29, 1968
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 55 years and 8 months
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: People Got To Be Free - The Rascals
#1 Song: I've Gotta Get A Message To You - Bee Gees
