Category Archives: 1960s

Stonewall riots launch gay liberation movement 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 28 1969)

1960s


Video: 'Stonewall Uprising - full movie'

(Saturday, June 28, 1969, 1:20 a.m. EDT) — The Stonewall riots, a milestone in the modern gay rights movement in the United States, began this morning in New York City when an angry crowd of bystanders began throwing bottles, rocks and even a parking meter at NYPD patrolmen who were carrying out a routine raid on the Stonewall Inn, a gay hangout at 53 Christopher Street in the Greenwich Village section of Manhattan. Continue reading Stonewall riots launch gay liberation movement 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 28 1969) →

Warren E. Burger sworn in as 15th U.S. Chief Justice 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 23 1969)

1960s, U.S. Presidents


Video: 'SYND 22-05-69 JUDGE WARREN BERGER RECEIVES RICHARD NIXON'S NOMINATION FOR CHIEF JUSTICE'

(Monday, June 23, 10:42 a.m. EDT) — Warren E. Burger was sworn in today as the 15th Chief Justice of the United States in a ceremony that included a tribute from President Richard Nixon to retiring Chief Justice Earl Warren. Continue reading Warren E. Burger sworn in as 15th U.S. Chief Justice 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 23 1969) →

Legendary performer Judy Garland, 47, dies 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 22 1969)

1960s, Movies 1960s, Popular Music 1960s


Video: 'Last Days Of Judy Garland E True Hollywood Story(Full Version)'

(Sunday, June 22, 1969, approximately between 2:30 a.m. and 4:40 a.m British Summer Time) — Judy Garland, who attained international stardom as an actress in both musical and dramatic roles, as a recording artist and on the concert stage, died early today in the bathroom of her rented house in London. Continue reading Legendary performer Judy Garland, 47, dies 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 22 1969) →

The Monkees perform on ‘The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson’ 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 16 1969)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, Television 1960s


Video: 'Monkees on The Tonight Show (1969)'

(Monday, June 16, 1969) — The Monkees taped appearance today in New York for the June 17, 1969, edition of The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, performing “Daydream Believer” and “Goin’ Down” backed by their 1969 touring band, Sam & The Goodtimers. Continue reading The Monkees perform on ‘The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson’ 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 16 1969) →

‘Hee Haw’ variety show series debuts on CBS-TV 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 15 1969)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, Television 1960s


Video: 'Hee Haw 1969'

(Sunday, June 15, 9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) — Hee Haw, an American television variety show featuring country music and humor with the fictional rural “Kornfield Kounty” as a backdrop, debuted tonight on CBS. Continue reading ‘Hee Haw’ variety show series debuts on CBS-TV 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 15 1969) →

Lennon, Ono tape interview on ‘The David Frost Show’ 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, Television 1960s, The Beatles 1960s


Video: 'JOHN LENNON & YOKO ONO - Interviewed by David Frost (David Frost Show, 1969)'

(Saturday, June 14, 1969, evening BST) — Beatle John Lennon and his wife, Yoko Ono, pre-recorded were interviewed on The David Frost Show tonight at the InterTel studios at Stonebridge House in Wembley, London, for airing on July 10, 1969 in U.S. syndication. Continue reading Lennon, Ono tape interview on ‘The David Frost Show’ 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969) →

‘In the Ghetto’ by Elvis Presley peaks at #3 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969)

1960s, Elvis Presley, Popular Music 1960s

(Saturday, June 14, 1969) — “In the Ghetto” by Elvis Presley peaked at #3 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘In the Ghetto’ by Elvis Presley peaks at #3 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969) →

‘More Today Than Yesterday’ by Spiral Starecase peaks at #12 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s

(Saturday, June 14, 1969) — “More Today Than Yesterday” by Spiral Starecase peaked at #12 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘More Today Than Yesterday’ by Spiral Starecase peaks at #12 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969) →

‘Everyday with You Girl’ by Classics IV featuring Dennis Yost peaks at #19 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s

(Saturday, June 14, 1969) — “Everyday with You Girl” by Classics IV featuring Dennis Yost peaked at #19 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for two weeks. Continue reading ‘Everyday with You Girl’ by Classics IV featuring Dennis Yost peaks at #19 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969) →

‘The Ballad of John and Yoko’ by The Beatles debuts at #71 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, The Beatles 1960s

(Saturday, June 14, 1969) — “The Ballad of John and Yoko” by The Beatles debuted at #71 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. Continue reading ‘The Ballad of John and Yoko’ by The Beatles debuts at #71 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 14 1969) →