Historical Events
Grammy Awards
11th Grammy Awards: "By the Time I Get to Phoenix" by Glen Campbell wins best record
- 120 cannabis joints found at George & Patti Harrison's home
Famous Birthdays
- Graham Coxon, British pop-rock singer-songwriter and guitarist (Blur - "Country House"), born in Rinteln, West Germany
- J P Izquierdo, CFL slot back (Calgary Stampeders)
- Jake Tapper, American journalist
Famous Weddings
Paul & Linda McCartney
Beatle Paul McCartney (26) marries American photographer Linda Eastman (27) at Marylebone Register's Office in London
Died in 1969 1969 Highlights
About March 12, 1969
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 55 years, 3 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Dizzy - Tommy Roe
- #1 Song: Where Do You Go To My Lovely - Peter Sarstedt