What happened on Tuesday March 15, 1977?

Here's what happened on March 15, 1977:

• Hanafi Muslims Hostage Crisis in Washington, D.C. A dramatic hostage situation unfolded when Hanafi Muslims, led by Hamaas Abdul Khaalis, invaded three buildings in Washington, D.C., taking 134 hostages. The siege lasted 39 hours and drew significant national attention.
• US House Begins Televised Session Test The U.S. House of Representatives initiated a groundbreaking 90-day test to televise its legislative sessions, marking a significant step towards government transparency and public access to congressional proceedings.
• Pavarotti and PBS Opera Series Make American Television Debut Renowned tenor Luciano Pavarotti made his American television debut on PBS's 'Live from the Met' series, starring in a complete production of Puccini's 'La Boheme'. This landmark broadcast introduced American audiences to one of the world's most celebrated opera performers.
• 500,000th Corvette Rolls Off Assembly Line Chevrolet celebrated a significant milestone when General Manager Robert Lund drove the 500,000th Corvette, a white Stingray T-Top, off the assembly line in St. Louis, Missouri. This event highlighted the enduring popularity of the iconic American sports car.
• Eight is Enough Television Series Premieres The popular family drama 'Eight is Enough' made its debut on ABC-TV, introducing audiences to the Bradford family and becoming a beloved television series of the late 1970s.

Events in 1977

March 15, 1977: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Mar. 15, 1977

Newspapers from Mar. 15, 1977

March 15, 1977 was a Tuesday and it was the 74th day of the year 1977 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 15, 1977 can also be written as 3/15/1977 in the US and as 15/3/1977 in UK and Europe.

March 15, 1977 in March 1977 calendar

Famous people born on March 15, 1977:

• Joe Hahn

  Joe Hahn is a founding member and DJ of the renowned rock band Linkin Park, known for his innovative visual and musical contributions.

• Sandeep Unnikrishnan

  Indian soldier who was martyred during the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks, remembered as a national hero.

• Norifumi Yamamoto

Famous people born in 1977

Famous people born on March 15th

Famous people died on March 15, 1977:

• Hubert Aquin

  Prominent Canadian novelist and intellectual who significantly influenced Quebec literature through experimental narrative techniques and...

• Antonino Rocca

  Italian-American professional wrestler who was a prominent figure in wrestling during the mid-20th century, known for his athletic skills...

• Virgilio Milani
• Marg Moll

Famous people who died in 1977

Famous people who died on March 15th

March 15, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 15, 1977 was Love Theme From A Star Is Born (Evergreen) by Barbra Streisand, according to the music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.

1. Barbra Streisand - Love Theme From A Star Is Born (Evergreen)
2. Steve Miller Band - Fly Like An Eagle
3. Daryl Hall & John Oates - Rich Girl
4. Bob Seger - Night Moves
5. ABBA - Dancing Queen

March 15, 1977: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 15, 1977 was Chanson D'Amour by The Manhattan Transfer, according to the music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.

1. The Manhattan Transfer - Chanson D'Amour
2. Abba - Knowing Me, Knowing You
3. Heatwave - Boogie Nights
4. Leo Sayer - When I Need You
5. David Bowie - Sound And Vision

March 15, 1977: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 15, 1977 was I've Got Love On My Mind by Natalie Cole, according to the music chart for the week March 14th and March 20th.

1. Natalie Cole - I've Got Love On My Mind
2. William Bell - Tryin' To Love Two
3. Facts Of Life - Sometimes
4. Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - At Midnight (My Love Will Lift You Up)
5. Johnnie Taylor - Love Is Better In The A.M. (Part 1)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 15th is Pisces.

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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 15, 1977: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 15, 1977 is Snake and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 15, 1977 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 15, 1977 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 15, 1977 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 9% full, rising at 03:27 am and setting at 03:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 05, 1977 while the next full moon would come on Apr 04, 1977.

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Your place in the Universe on March 15, 1977

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Someone born on March 15, 1977 is:

48 years 1 month old,

or 577 months and 29 days old,

or 2513 weeks and 1 day old,

or 17592 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 15, 1977?

There are 305 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday March 15th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 15, 1977?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on March 15, 1977.

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