What happened on Tuesday September 08, 1970?

Here's what happened on September 08, 1970:

• Black September: Palestinian Hijacking of Airliners A significant terrorist event where Palestinian militants hijacked three airliners and forced them to land in Jordan, marking a critical moment in Middle Eastern conflict and international terrorism. These hijackings would escalate tensions and lead to the conflict known as Black September.
• Dawson's Field Hijackings A pivotal moment in aviation security history where the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) hijacked four commercial aircraft, ultimately leading to significant changes in international airport and airline security protocols. CBS News broadcast a report highlighting the global implications of these hijackings.
• Elvis Presley's Concert Tour Comeback Music legend Elvis Presley returns to live performances, beginning his first concert tour since 1958 at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix, Arizona, marking a significant moment in his career.
• Jordanian-Palestinian Tensions Ongoing political instability as the Jordanian government and Palestinian guerrillas attempt to establish truces, which are repeatedly violated, signaling deep-rooted conflict.
• Trans International Airlines Flight 863 Crash A tragic aviation accident at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City, resulting in the loss of all 11 passengers and crew members aboard the flight.
• Cambodian Military Operation Cambodian government forces successfully break a three-month siege of Kompong Tho, demonstrating military resilience during a tumultuous period in Cambodian history.
• Chevrolet Vega Launch General Motors introduces the Chevrolet Vega, a compact car that would become a significant model in American automotive history during the early 1970s.
• Diplomatic Recognition of East Germany Guinea officially recognizes the German Democratic Republic (East Germany), reflecting the complex geopolitical landscape of the Cold War era.

Events in 1970

September 08, 1970: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 08, 1970

Newspapers from Sep. 08, 1970

September 08, 1970 was a Tuesday and it was the 251st day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 08, 1970 can also be written as 9/8/1970 in the US and as 8/9/1970 in UK and Europe.

September 08, 1970 in September 1970 calendar

Famous people born on September 08, 1970:

• Nidal Hasan

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• Neko Case

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• Clarence Weatherspoon

  Clarence Weatherspoon was an NBA forward who played for the Philadelphia 76ers during the 1990s, known for his rebounding and defensive...

• Latrell Sprewell

  Latrell Sprewell was a notable NBA player known for his scoring ability and controversial moments during his professional basketball career.

• Tom Everett Scott

  Tom Everett Scott is an American actor known for roles in films like 'That Thing You Do!' and television series.

• Nidal Malik Hasan

Famous people born in 1970

Famous people born on September 8th

Famous people died on September 08, 1970:

• Percy Spencer

  American engineer, invented the microwave oven (b. 1894).

Famous people who died in 1970

Famous people who died on September 8th

September 08, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 08, 1970 was War by Edwin Starr, according to the music chart for the week September 7th and September 13th.

1. Edwin Starr - War
2. Diana Ross - Ain't No Mountain High Enough
3. Mungo Jerry - In The Summertime
4. Chicago - 25 Or 6 To 4
5. Creedence Clearwater Revival - Lookin' Out My Back Door

September 08, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 08, 1970 was Tears Of A Clown by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, according to the music chart for the week September 7th and September 13th.

1. Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - Tears Of A Clown
2. Freda Payne - Band Of Gold
3. Elvis Presley - The Wonder Of You
4. Chairmen Of The Board - Give Me Just A Little More Time
5. Three Dog Night - Mama Told Me (Not To Come)

September 08, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 08, 1970 was Don't Play That Song by Aretha Franklin with The Dixie Flyers, according to the music chart for the week September 7th and September 13th.

1. Aretha Franklin with The Dixie Flyers - Don't Play That Song
2. Clarence Carter - Patches
3. Stevie Wonder - Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours
4. Diana Ross - Ain't No Mountain High Enough
5. The Spinners - It's A Shame

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 8th is Virgo.

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

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September 08, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 08, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 08, 1970 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 08, 1970 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 September 08, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 53% full, rising at 02:26 pm and setting at 11:09 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 17, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Sep 15, 1970.

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Your place in the Universe on September 08, 1970

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Someone born on September 08, 1970 is:

54 years 8 months old,

or 656 months and 28 days old,

or 2856 weeks and 2 days old,

or 19994 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 08, 1970?

There are 95 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday September 8th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 08, 1970?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on September 08, 1970.

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