Share your memories from 1968
The headlines blared.
King Sets New Date for Capital Demonstrations
Kennedy to Enter Race Today
​​​​​​​Dr. King Slain by Sniper in Memphis
​​​​​​​Kennedy Dies
​​​​​​​Women's Antiwar Brigade Will March in Washington and L.A.
1,000 Walk Out in School Boycott
​​​​​​​Vietnam: Fighting Engulfs the Cities
​​​​​​​Apollo Makes It, Blasts Out of Moon Orbit
1968 would be defined by monumental moments. Leaders shot and killed. The fight for equality amid a fight to end war. Television, movies and music testing boundaries. And, across the globe, a constant pursuit for change.
Fifty years later, the L.A. Times is taking a reflective look back at that turbulent year. Help us retell the stories.
Was there a moment, large or small, from 1968 that has stuck with you? What did you see? What did you do? Share your memory.
Here’s how:
Option 1: Fill out the form below. Upload a photo of yourself along with a written account, video or voice memo detailing the moment. Tell us where you were, and how you learned about the event.
Option 2: Text or call 951-39-HeyLA (951-394-3952) to leave a message sharing your memory. Be sure to include your first and last name, city and state and age
A note: By leaving us a message, you're giving the Los Angeles Times permission to edit and publish your response, including your voice, on any platform
Questions? Email [email protected] or tweet @cshalby.
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