Historical Events
- France performs nuclear test at Mururoa atoll
- Saundra Williams wins 1st Miss Black America pageant
US Men's Tennis Open
US Open Men's Tennis, Forest Hills, NY: Arthur Ashe wins first Open era US title; beats Dutchman Tom Okker 14-12, 5-7, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3
About September 8, 1968
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 7 months and 19 days
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: Hey Jude - The Beatles
