Wednesday March 20, 1974: on this day

March 20, 1974 was the 79th day of the year 1974, under the sign of Pisces and the day of the week was Wednesday.

Is March 20, 1974 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on March 20, 1974, who was born and died on March 20, 1974, what holidays and observances are celebrated on March 20, 1974, which were the most popular songs (ex. Dark Lady by Cher), movies (e.g. The Night Porter, directed by Liliana Cavani), TV series (e.g. The Zoo Gang) books and videogames back then.

On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about March 20th, 1974 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.

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What day of the week was March 20, 1974?


March 20, 1974 was a Wednesday and it was the 79th day of the year 1974 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 20, 1974 can also be written as 3/20/1974 in the US and as 20/3/1974 in UK and Europe.

March 20, 1974 in March 1974 calendar

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March 20, 1974: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on March 20, 1974:

  • Ian ball attempts, but fails, to kidnap her royal highness princess anne and her husband captain mark phillips in the mall, outside buckingham palace, london.

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March 20, 1974: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 20th 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 20, 1974: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 20, 1974 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

Discover the Tiger personality and how the Wood Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.

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Discover the planets positions on March 20th, 1974 as well as what the sky looked like at your place

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March 20, 1974: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on March 20, 1974 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 20, 1974 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 20, 1974 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 4% full, rising at 05:05 am and setting at 05:14 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 08, 1974 while the next full moon would come on Apr 06, 1974.

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Who was born on March 20, 1974?


Famous people born on March 20, 1974:

  • Paula Garcés
    Paula Garcés

    American-colombian screenwriter and producer of american-colombian actresses.

  • Stephanie Hahn

    Bestselling author known for her mystery novels.

  • Mauro Gallo

    Contemporary poet recognized for his lyrical and introspective poetry.

  • Carsten Ramelow

    German footballer.

  • Kevin Sullivan

    Canadian runner and coach.

  • Andrzej Pilipiuk

    Polish author.

  • Elo Viiding

    Estonian poet.

  • P J Bogart in New York City

    New york; diver (olympics 1996).

  • Mattias Asper
  • Chang Hui-yin
  • Enrique Cáceres
  • Manuela Lutze
  • Igiaba Scego
  • Cheikh Ya-Ya Dia
  • Daniela Sarfati

Whose famous birthday is on March 20th?

Famous individuals and celebrities born on March 20th:

  • Spike Lee
    Spike Lee

    Spike lee is a renowned director known for his work on films such as 'do the right thing' and 'malcolm x'.

  • Ruby Rose
    Ruby Rose

    Ruby rose is an australian model known for her work in the fashion industry and for her role as stella carlin in the tv series orange is the...

  • William Hurt
    William Hurt

    William hurt is an american actor known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'kiss of the spider woman', 'broadcast news', and 'a...

  • Xavier Dolan
    Xavier Dolan

    Canadian french young actor and filmmaker, manuel tadros, a singer and actor of egyptian descent, was born to genevia"ve dolan and actor...

  • Bianca Lawson
    Bianca Lawson

    Bianca lawson is an american actress known for her roles in popular tv shows such as 'buffy the vampire slayer' and 'pretty little liars'.

  • Holly Hunter
    Holly Hunter

    Holly hunter is a renowned american actress known for her roles in films such as the piano, broadcast news, and the incredibles.

  • Christy Carlson Romano
    Christy Carlson Romano

    Christy carlson romano is an american singer and actress known for her role as ren stevens in the disney channel show 'even stevens' and as...

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Kathy Ireland
    Kathy Ireland

    American model, actress, and furniture designer.

  • Carl Reiner
    Carl Reiner

    American screenwriter and producer of actor directors.

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March 20, 1974: How old are you if you were born on that day?


You are 50 years and 9 days old,

or 600 months and 9 days old,

or 2610 weeks and 2 days old,

or 18272 days old,

if you were born on March 20, 1974.

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 20, 1974?

There are 356 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday March 20th 2025.

What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 20, 1974?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on March 20, 1974.

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March 20, 1974: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on March 20, 1974:

  • Chet Huntley

    American journalist (b. 1911).

  • [Lavinia] Marian Fleming Poe

    Black us advocate in virginia dies at the age of 83.

What famous deaths happened on March 20th?

Famous deaths on March 20th:

  • Fred Rogers
    Fred Rogers

    American children's tv host (d. 2003).

  • Marilyn Maxwell
    Marilyn Maxwell

    American singer and actress (d. 1972).

  • Pranish Koirala

    Renowned leader who played a key role in Nepal's democratic movement.

  • Anira Ataliba

    Renowned Brazilian painter known for her vibrant and expressive artworks.

  • Lev Yashin

    Lev yashin was a soviet footballer known as the 'black spider' and is considered one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the...

  • Tarig Al-Wazir

    Prominent figure in the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

  • Elford Albin

    Renowned biologist known for his work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Athalene Lane

    Renowned biologist known for her work in genetics and evolutionary biology.

  • Cova García

    Renowned poet known for her evocative verses.

  • Placida Viola

    Celebrated playwright who wrote compelling dramas.

See more famous people and celebrities who died on March 20th

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March 20, 1974: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?


Holidays on March 20, 1974:

  • Feast of St. Cuthbert, patron saint of Northumbria (died 704)
  • Canberra Day
  • Meat Out Day
  • International Astrology Day
  • New Year of Iranian Calendar: Norouz occurs on the vernal equinox.
  • The second day of Quinquatria in ancient Rome, held in honor of Minerva.
  • The vernal equinox usually occurs on this day.

Observances on March 20, 1974:

  • International Day of Happiness
  • French Language Day

Saints celebrated on March 20, 1974:

  • Saint Alexandra
  • Saint Herbert (died 687)
  • Saint Wulfram (d.704)
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March 20, 1974: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on March 20, 1974 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week March 18th and March 24th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).


March 20, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 20, 1974 was Dark Lady by Cher, according to the music chart for the week March 18th and March 24th.

March 20, 1974: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

The music chart in the USA on March 20, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 18th and March 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Dark Lady
  2. - Seasons In The Sun
  3. - Sunshine On My Shoulders
  4. - Boogie Down
  5. - Mockingbird

March 20, 1974: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 20, 1974 was Billy, Don't Be A Hero by Paper Lace, according to the music chart for the week March 18th and March 24th.

March 20, 1974: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

The music chart in the UK on March 20, 1974 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week March 18th and March 24th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

  1. - Billy, Don't Be A Hero
  2. - Jealous Mind
  3. - The Air That I Breathe
  4. - Devil Gate Drive
  5. - The Most Beautiful Girl

March 20, 1974: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 20, 1974 was Lookin' For A Love by Bobby Womack, according to the R&B music chart for the week March 18th and March 24th.

March 20, 1974: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

The R&B music chart on March 20, 1974 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week March 18th and March 24th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

  1. - Lookin' For A Love
  2. - Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me
  3. - Homely Girl
  4. - Mighty Love - Pt. 1
  5. - Boogie Down

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March 20, 1974: What were the most popular movies on that day?

The most popular movies on March 20, 1974 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

The Night Porter

The Night Porter

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Liliana Cavani

Starring: Dirk Bogarde, Charlotte Rampling, Philippe Leroy, Gabriele Ferzetti

Country: United States of America

Foxy Brown

Foxy Brown

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Jack Hill

Starring: Pam Grier, Antonio Fargas, Peter Brown, Terry Carter

Country: United States of America

Appassionata

Appassionata

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gianluigi Calderone

Starring: Ornella Muti, Ninetto Davoli, Eleonora Giorgi, Gabriele Ferzetti, Valentina Cortese, Carla Mancini, Renata Zamengo, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Jeanine Martinovic, Isabella Bruno

Country: Italy

The Godfather Part II

The Godfather Part II

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Francis Ford Coppola

The Sugarland Express

The Sugarland Express

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Steven Spielberg

Starring: Goldie Hawn, Ben Johnson, Michael Sacks, William Atherton

Country: United States of America

March 20, 1974: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

The most popular TV Series on March 20, 1974 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

The Zoo Gang

The Zoo Gang

Release year: 1974

Directed by: John Watson

Landline

Landline

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Gillian Robespierre

Bedtime Stories

Bedtime Stories

Release year: 1974

Directed by: Adam Shankman

Kli-Kla-Klawitter

Kli-Kla-Klawitter

Release year: 1974

Seven Little Australians

Seven Little Australians

Release year: 1973

March 20, 1974: What were the bestselling books on that day?

The bestselling books on March 20, 1974 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:

The Secret Life Of Plants by Peter Tompkins and Christopher Bird

The Secret Life Of Plants

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Recent scientific discoveries have revealed the world of plants and their relationship to man. "A wealth of hard facts and amazing scientific and practical knowledge." --Newsweek

The Honorary Consul by Graham Greene

The Honorary Consul

By:

Charley Fortnum is kidnapped in a provincial Argentinean city by Paraguayan revolutionaries, who mistake him for the American ambassador.

Nickel Mountain by John Gardner

Nickel Mountain

By:

John Gardner's most touching novel about improbable love.

Come Nineveh, Come Tyre by Allen Drury

Come Nineveh, Come Tyre

By:

The Advise and Consent series has been a landmark in political fiction. It demonstrates a deep understanding of Washington and compelling characters, which helped propel each novel to the top on the bestseller lists.

Management by Peter F. Drucker

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The definitive book on management by the man who invents it.

March 20, 1974: What were the most popular videogames on that day?

The most popular videogames on March 20, 1974 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:

Maze War

Maze War

Platform: Imlac PDS-1, Macintosh, NeXT Computer, Palm OS, Xerox Star, X Window System

Genre: First-person shooter

Gran Trak 10

Gran Trak 10

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Racing

Publisher: Atari

Elimination

Elimination

Platform: Arcade

Genre: Sports simulation

Publisher: Kee Games

Spasim

Spasim

Platform: PLATO network

Genre: Shooter games

Rebound

Rebound

Platform: Arcade

Genre: sport

history

Who was the US President on March 20, 1974?

On March 20, 1974 the US President was Richard Nixon (Republican).

Who was the UK Prime Minister on March 20, 1974?

On March 20, 1974 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Wilson (Labour).

Who was the Pope on March 20, 1974?

On March 20, 1974 the Pope was St Paul VI.

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What is special about March 20th?

March 20th refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 20th 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 20th, such as:

  • 2019 - Disney completes the acquisition of 21st century fox from walt disney company for $71.3 billion (with the exception being the fox corporation's business, broadcasting network and sports assets).
  • 2018 - Syrian civil war: according to syrian state tv sana, a rocket from rebel-held eastern ghouta struck a damascus market, killing at most 35 people. (reuters) (channel news asia). two women and 15 children were killed in an airstrike in eastern ghouta.
  • 2017 - Iraqi civil war (2014-2017: a car bomb explodes in baghdad's hayy al-a'amel neighbourhood, killing at least 23 and injuring 45 more.

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What happened in 1974?

1974 was filled with very interesting events such as

  • Live It Up Part 1 by Isley Brothers peaks at #52
  • Rock Me Gently by Andy Kim peaks at #1
  • 1st Lady Betty Ford undergoes a radical mastectomy

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What was the calendar for March 1974?

March 1974 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.

Discover how March 1974 calendar looked like.

Wednesday March 20, 1974