Monday August 19, 1974
US date format: 8/19/1974, UK date format: 19/8/1974
It was Monday, under the sign of Leo (see birth chart on August 19, 1974). The US president was Gerald Ford (Republican), the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour), Pope St Paul VI was leading the Catholic Church.
Famous people born on this day include Tim Kasher and Zubayr Al-Rimi.
In that special week of August people in US were listening to (You're) Having My Baby by Paul Anka.
In UK When Will I See You Again by The Three Degrees was in the top 5 hits.
Amazing Grace, directed by Stan Lathan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1974
while The Silver Bears by Paul E. Erdman was one of the best selling books.
On TV people were watching Land of the Lost.
If you liked videogames you were probably playing Elimination or Tank.
But much more happened that day: find out below..
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Historical Events
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Holidays
- Roman festivals - Vinalia Rustica celebrated in honor of Venus Libitina commemorating the founding of the oldest known temple to her, on the Esquiline Hill, in 293 BC on this date.
- RC saints - Saint Sebald, Saint Louis of Toulouse, Jean-Eudes de MTzeray
- Afghanistan - Afghan Independence Day see above: 1919
- National Day of the Filipino Language, Philippines - Holiday for Quezon City, Quezon Province and other municipalities named after Manuel Quezon
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Famous Birthday
- Tim Kasher: American singer-songwriter (Cursive The...
- Zubayr Al-Rimi: Saudi Arabian terrorist (d. 2003).
- Ryo Fukawa: Japanese comedian and singer (No Plan).
- Alex Fox: Guitarist.
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Famous Deaths
- Davies: US ambassador on Cyprus, murdered.
Movies
Which were the most popular Movies released in those months?
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Amazing Grace
Directed by: Stan Lathan
Starring: Moms Mabley, Slappy White, Rosalind Cash, Moses Gunn
The Longest Yard
Directed by: Robert Aldrich
Starring: Burt Reynolds, Eddie Albert, Ed Lauter, Michael Conrad
Country: United States of America
Harry and Tonto
Directed by: Paul Mazursky
Starring: Art Carney, Ellen Burstyn, René Enríquez, Herbert Berghof
Patthar Aur Payal
Directed by: Harmesh Malhotra
Starring: Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Vinod Khanna, Ajit
11 Harrowhouse
Directed by: Aram Avakian
Starring: Candice Bergen, Charles Grodin, James Mason, Trevor Howard
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Music charts
Which were the top hits in that special week of August 19, 1974?
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Top #10 songs in the USA
- Paul Anka - (You're) Having My Baby
- Paper Lace - The Night Chicago Died
- Rufus - Tell Me Something Good
- Roberta Flack - Feel Like Makin' Love
- Eric Clapton - I Shot The Sheriff
- ABBA - Waterloo
- Jim Stafford - Wildwood Weed
- Donny and Marie Osmond - I'm Leaving It (All) Up To You
- Andy Kim - Rock Me Gently
- Wet Willie - Keep On Smilin'
Top #5 songs in the UK
- The Three Degrees - When Will I See You Again
- George McCrae - Rock Your Baby
- The Stylistics - You Make Me Feel Brand New
- Stephanie De Sykes & Rain - Born With A Smile On My Face
- Bay City Rollers - Summerlove Sensation
Top #10 R&B songs
- Roberta Flack - Feel Like Makin' Love
- Johnny Bristol - Hang On In There Baby
- Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan - Tell Me Something Good
- The Staple Singers - City In The Sky
- Curtis Mayfield - Kung Fu
- Earth, Wind & Fire - Kalimba Story
- James Brown - My Thang
- Dionne Warwicke & Spinners - Then Came You
- Billy Preston - Nothing From Nothing
- Barry White - Can't Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe
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TV Series
Which were the most popular TV Series released in those months?
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Land of the Lost
Directed by: Brad Silberling
The Capone Investment
Directed by: Alan Gibson
Run, Joe, Run
Written by: Richard H. Landau
Starring: Paul Frees, Arch Whiting, Chad States
Country: United States of America
Rising Damp
The New Adventures of Gilligan
Days to next August 19
If August 19, 1974 is your birthday you're 46 years, 1 month, 9 days old and you'll celebrate your next birthday in 10 months, 22 days.
Magazine Covers
What news were making the headlines those days in August 1974?
- Time: TIME Magazine Cover: Gerald Ford -- Aug. 19, 1974
- SportsIllustrated: Sports Illustrated: no.8396
- RollingStone: Crosby Stills Nash and Young
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Books
Which were the most popular books released in the last weeks?
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The Dogs Of War
By: Frederick Forsyth
"Knocking off a bank or an armored truck is merely crude. Knocking off an entire republic has, I feel, a certain style." So says mining magnate Sir James Manson, a shadowy titan of London's financial district, who is scheming a …
Watership Down
By: Richard Adams
A phenomenal worldwide bestseller for more than forty years, Richard Adams's Watership Down is a timeless classic and one of the most beloved novels of all time.Set
Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy
By: John le Carre
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Spy Who Came in from the Cold; and The Night Manager, now a television series starring Tom Hiddleston. John le Carré’s new novel, A Legacy of Spies, is now available.The
The Wall Street Gang
By: Richard Ney
THE WALL STREET GANG, IN WHICH IT IS SHOWN THAT IF YOU SCRAP TRADITIONAL APPROACHES TO THE MARKET AND ATTACK THE FINANCIAL CONSPIRACY WITH ITS OWN WEAPONS, YOU CAN BEAT STOCK
Videogames
What videogames would you be playing back in the days?
Gran Trak 10
Elimination
Tank
Spasim
Rebound
Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week was on August 19, 1974?
On August 19, 1974 the day of the week was Monday.
What zodiac sign is August 19, 1974?
On August 19, 1974 the zodiac sign was Leo.
Who was the US President on August 19, 1974?
On August 19, 1974 the US President was Gerald Ford (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on August 19, 1974?
On August 19, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).
Who was the Pope on August 19, 1974?
On August 19, 1974 Pope St Paul VI was leading the Catholic Church.
Which famous people are born on August 19, 1974?
On August 19, 1974 several famous people were born including, Tim Kasher, Ryo Fukawa, Zubayr Al-Rimi.
Which famous people died on August 19, 1974?
Famous people died on August 19, 1974 include, Davies.
What was the number one song in August 19, 1974?
The number one song in the week of August 19, 1974 was (You're) Having My Baby by Paul Anka in US and When Will I See You Again by The Three Degrees in UK.
What were the top hits on August 19, 1974?
The top hits on August 19, 1974 were (You're) Having My Baby by Paul Anka, The Night Chicago Died by Paper Lace, Tell Me Something Good by Rufus in US and When Will I See You Again by The Three Degrees, Rock Your Baby by George McCrae, You Make Me Feel Brand New by The Stylistics in UK.
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