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About March 13th, 1978, in brief:
- Historical events: Moluccans "suicide commandos" occupy Province house.
- Day of the week: March 13th, 1978 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Famous Birthdays: Kaya Scodelario, Pascal Légitimus
- Moon Phase: First Quarter
- #1 US song: Night Fever by Bee Gees
- #1 UK song: Wuthering Heights by Kate Bush
- Popular movie: Ecce bombo directed by Nanni Moretti
More about March 13th, 1978? See below for more news and curiosities on March 13th, 1978.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was March 13, 1978?
- March 13, 1978: What happened on that day?
- March 13, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- March 13, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on March 13, 1978?
- March 13, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- March 13, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
- March 13, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
- March 13, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- March 13, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- March 13, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- March 13, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on March 13, 1978?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 13, 1978?
- Who was the Pope on March 13, 1978?
What day of the week was March 13, 1978?
March 13, 1978 was a Monday and it was the 72nd day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.
March 13, 1978 can also be written as 3/13/1978 in the US and as 13/3/1978 in UK and Europe.
March 13, 1978: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on March 13, 1978:
- Moluccans "suicide commandos" occupy province house.
March 13, 1978: What were the magazines covers that day?
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March 13, 1978: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 13th is Pisces.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.
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March 13, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 13, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on March 13th, 1978 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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March 13, 1978: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on March 13, 1978 was First Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 13, 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 March 13, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 26% full, rising at 08:47 am and setting at 10:55 pm.
The previous full moon was on Feb 23, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Mar 24, 1978.
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Who was born on March 13, 1978?
Famous people born on March 13, 1978:
- Kavitha Kalvakuntla
Indian politician and Member of Parliament.
- Ladell Betts
Renowned poet whose works explore themes of identity and social justice.
- Kenny Watson
American football player.
- Tom Danielson
American cyclist.
- Faustine Merret
- Harry Milanzi
- Aaron Nguimbat
- Marcelo Broli
- Beatriz Colombo
- Benoît Janvier
- Brian Merriweather
- Adriana Nieto
- Martin Villeneuve
- Akira Fubuki
Whose famous birthday is on March 13th?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 13th:
![Kaya Scodelario]()
Kaya ScodelarioKaya scodelario is a british tv actress known for her role as effy stonem in the tv series skins.
![Pascal Légitimus]()
Pascal LégitimusFrench comedian and actor.
![Pierre Niney]()
Pierre NineyFrench stage and film actor, member of the coma(c)die-franassaise.
![Deborah Raffin]()
Deborah RaffinAmerican actress and producer (d.2012).
![Julia Migenes]()
Julia MigenesAmerican actresses and sopranos.
![Joseph Mascolo]()
Joseph MascoloAmerican actor.
![April Matson]()
April MatsonAmerican singer and actress.
![Tim Story]()
Tim StoryAmerican producer and director.
![Lucy Fry]()
Lucy FryTv actress.
![Emile Hirsch]()
Emile HirschEmile hirsch is an american actor known for his roles in films such as into the wild and the girl next door.
March 13, 1978: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 46 years 1 month old,
or 553 months and 27 days old,
or 2408 weeks and 4 days old,
or 16860 days old,
if you were born on March 13, 1978.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old, 40 years old
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 13, 1978?
There are 307 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 13th 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 13, 1978?
You belong to the Xennial Generation if you were born on March 13, 1978.
March 13, 1978: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on March 13, 1978:
- David McKinley Williams
Composer dies at 91.
- John Cazale
What famous deaths happened on March 13th?
Famous deaths on March 13th:
![William Hurt]()
William HurtWilliam hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...
![Maureen Stapleton]()
Maureen StapletonAmerican actress with a talent for comedy.
![Betsy Blair]()
Betsy BlairAmerican actress on stage and film, (born in 1923).
![Clarence Darrow]()
Clarence DarrowAmerican lawyer, best known for his "scopes trial" in 1925, where he defended william jennings bryan.
![Lucille Ricksen]()
Lucille RicksenAmerican actress (born in 1909).
- Susan B. Anthony
Susan B. Anthony was a prominent figure in the women's suffrage movement in the United States.
- Breeonna Taylor
African American emergency room technician who became a symbol of police brutality and racial injustice.
- Ivo Andric
Nobel Prize-winning Yugoslav novelist known for works like 'The Bridge on the Drina'.
- Kassian
Early Christian saint and martyr known for his piety and miracles.
- Andric Ivo
Yugoslav novelist and politician who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1961.
See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 13th
March 13, 1978: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on March 13, 1978 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 13th and March 19th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
March 13, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on March 13, 1978 was Night Fever by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week March 13th and March 19th.
March 13, 1978: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on March 13, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 13th and March 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Bee Gees - Night Fever
- Bee Gees - Stayin' Alive
- Samantha Sang - Emotion
- Eric Clapton - Lay Down Sally
- Andy Gibb - (Love Is) Thicker Than Water
March 13, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on March 13, 1978 was Wuthering Heights by Kate Bush, according to the music chart for the week March 13th and March 19th.
March 13, 1978: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on March 13, 1978 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 13th and March 19th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Kate Bush - Wuthering Heights
- Abba - Take A Chance On Me
- Blondie - Denis
- Darts - Come Back My Love
- Rose Royce - Wishing On A Star
March 13, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on March 13, 1978 was Flashlight by Parliament, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 13th and March 19th.
March 13, 1978: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on March 13, 1978 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 13th and March 19th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Parliament - Flashlight
- Bootsy's Rubber Band - Bootzilla
- Enchantment - It's You That I Need
- Bee Gees - Stayin' Alive
- Roberta Flack With Donny Hathaway - The Closer I Get To You
March 13, 1978: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on March 13, 1978 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Ecce bombo
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Nanni Moretti
Starring: Nanni Moretti, Lina Sastri, Fabio Traversa, Glauco Mauri, Luisa Rossi, Carola Stagnaro, Susanna Javicoli, Cristina Manni, Simona Frosi, Piero Galletti, Luciano Agati, Agenore Incrocci
Country: Italy
Blue Movie
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Alberto Cavallone
Starring: Leda Simonetti, Patrizia Funari, Danielle Dugas, Claude Maran, Joseph Dickson
Country: Italy
What's Up Superdoc!
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Derek Ford
Starring: Christopher Mitchell, Julia Goodman, Harry H. Corbett, Bill Pertwee
House Calls
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Howard Zieff
Starring: Walter Matthau, Glenda Jackson, Art Carney, Richard Benjamin
Casey's Shadow
Release year: 1978
Directed by: Martin Ritt
Starring: Walter Matthau, Alexis Smith, Robert Webber, Murray Hamilton
March 13, 1978: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on March 13, 1978 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
All Creatures Great and Small
Release year: 1978
Starring: Christopher Timothy, Robert Hardy, Peter Davison, Lynda Bellingham
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Professionals
Release year: 1977
Written by: Brian Clemens
Starring: Gordon Jackson, Martin Shaw, Lewis Collins
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Dallas
Release year: 1978
Country: United States of America
March 13, 1978: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on March 13, 1978 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
All Things Wise And Wonderful
By: James Herriot
James Herriot's stories of his life as a Yorkshire veterinarian were loved by readers.
The Complete Book Of Running
By: James F. Fixx
This article discusses the psychological benefits of running. It also addresses self-esteem and how running can help you cope with tension and pressure.
Gnomes
By: Rien Poortvliet
This collector's edition celebrates the 35th anniversary celebrations of Gnomes, a delightful classic.
The Women'S Room
By: Marilyn French
The bestseller of twenty-one million copies is now available again for a new generation. First published in 1977, The Women's Room was an original novel that explored the inner lives and experiences of women.
The Amityville Horror
By: Jay Anson
The Lutz family moved into their new Long Island home in suburban Long Island in December 1975. George and Kathleen Lutz were aware that Ronald DeFeo had murdered his brothers and parents one year prior.
March 13, 1978: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on March 13, 1978 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
MUD1
Atari Football
Depth Charge
A Game of Concentration
Sky Diver
Who was the US President on March 13, 1978?
On March 13, 1978 the US President was Jimmy Carter (Democrat).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 13, 1978?
On March 13, 1978 the UK Prime Minister was James Callaghan (Labour).
Who was the Pope on March 13, 1978?
On March 13, 1978 the Pope was St Paul VI.
What is special about March 13th?
March 13th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 13th day of the month of March. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on March 13th, such as:
- 2019 - Syrian civil war: according to the sohr, russian air strikes and syrian government shelling have occurred in idlib province. this was the first such raids after a september truce agreement. at least 15 civilians were killed, including eight children, and around 60 others were injured.
- 2018 - Naxalite maoist insurgency. maoists set fire to a mine-protected vehicle belonging to crpf personnel.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war (2001-present: at least one person dies and eight others are injured in a suicide bomber attack on a bus carrying kabul government employees.
What happened in 1978?
1978 was filled with very interesting events such as
- Timbuktu! opens at Mark Hellinger Theater NYC for 243 performances
- Funeral of Pope Paul VI
- Iranian students occupies Iranian embassy at Wassenaar
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What was the calendar for March 1978?
March 1978 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with March being the 3rd month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
