What happened on Tuesday August 01, 1978?

Here's what happened on August 01, 1978:

• Montoneros Assassination Attempt The Montoneros, an Argentine left-wing Peronist guerrilla group, attempted but failed to assassinate Rear Admiral Emilio Eduardo Massera, the chairman of Argentina's Joint Chiefs of Staff. This event reflects the political instability and violent resistance during Argentina's military dictatorship.
• Iraqi Embassy Siege in Paris A dramatic hostage situation unfolded at the Iraqi Embassy in Paris, resulting in a fatality during a commando operation. This incident highlighted the complex geopolitical tensions and terrorist activities of the late 1970s.
• Pete Rose's Hitting Streak Ends Baseball legend Pete Rose's remarkable 44-game hitting streak came to an end, tying the National League record. This event underscored Rose's exceptional batting skills and his significant place in baseball history.
• Birth of Dhani Harrison Dhani Harrison, the first child of legendary Beatles guitarist George Harrison, was born. Dhani would later become a musician and continue his father's musical legacy, known for his work with thenewno2 and as a member of the Beatles tribute band.
• Devastating Thunderstorm in South Dakota A severe thunderstorm struck west-central Beadle County, South Dakota, causing extensive damage. Winds reached near 80 mph, and hail up to golf ball size covered the ground, some accumulating up to six inches deep. The storm devastated approximately 480,000 acres of crops, with damages estimated at nearly four million dollars.

Events in 1978

August 01, 1978: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 01, 1978

Newspapers from Aug. 01, 1978

August 01, 1978 was a Tuesday and it was the 213th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 01, 1978 can also be written as 8/1/1978 in the US and as 1/8/1978 in UK and Europe.

August 01, 1978 in August 1978 calendar

Famous people born on August 01, 1978:

• Will Champion

  Drummer of the internationally renowned rock band Coldplay, known for his significant contribution to modern rock music.

• Dhani Harrison

  Guitarist and musician, son of George Harrison from The Beatles, known for his band thenewno2 and musical legacy.

• Jonathan Wilkes

  English actor and singer known for his performances in theater and television.

• Edgerrin James

  Former NFL running back who played for the Indianapolis Colts and Arizona Cardinals, known for his exceptional performance in professional...

• Guy Parselany
• Rafael Pires Vieira
• Roberto Plano
• Lauren Schmidt Hissrich
• Zhang Cheng
• Witaliý Alikperow
• Gaby Amarantos
• Franck Atsou
• Mattia Dolcetto
• Oliver Dowden
• Asaf Epstein
• Björn Ferry
• Diego Giustozzi
• Chris Iwelumo

Famous people born in 1978

Famous people born on August 1st

Famous people died on August 01, 1978:

• Rudolf Kolisch

Famous people who died in 1978

Famous people who died on August 1st

August 01, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 01, 1978 was Miss You by The Rolling Stones, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.

1. The Rolling Stones - Miss You
2. Commodores - Three Times A Lady
3. Frankie Valli - Grease
4. Donna Summer - Last Dance
5. Andy Gibb - Shadow Dancing

August 01, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 01, 1978 was You're The One That I Want by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.

1. John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
2. The Commodores - Three Times A Lady
3. Clout - Substitute
4. Boney M - Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring
5. Darts - It's Raining

August 01, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 01, 1978 was Boogie Oogie Oogie by A Taste Of Honey, according to the music chart for the week July 31st and August 6th.

1. A Taste Of Honey - Boogie Oogie Oogie
2. Commodores - Three Times A Lady
3. Rick James - You And I
4. Quincy Jones - Stuff Like That
5. Teddy Pendergrass - Close The Door

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 1st is Leo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 01, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 01, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 01, 1978 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 01, 1978 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on August 01, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 1% full, rising at 03:50 am and setting at 07:07 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 20, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Aug 18, 1978.

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Your place in the Universe on August 01, 1978

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Someone born on August 01, 1978 is:

46 years 9 months old,

or 561 months and 13 days old,

or 2441 weeks and 1 day old,

or 17088 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 01, 1978?

There are 79 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 1st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 01, 1978?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 01, 1978.

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