What happened on Saturday June 27, 1970?

Here's what happened on June 27, 1970:

• Northern Ireland Civil Rights Riots Violent unrest erupted in Derry and Belfast following the arrest of civil rights activist Bernadette Devlin. The incident escalated into an intense gun battle between Irish republicans and loyalists, highlighting the deep sectarian tensions during the Northern Ireland conflict known as 'The Troubles'.
• Festival Express Music Tour Across Canada A legendary musical train journey featuring iconic rock and blues artists including The Grateful Dead, The Band, Janis Joplin, Flying Burrito Bros, Buddy Guy, Great Speckled Bird, and Delaney & Bonnie & Friends. The musicians traveled together by train, performing 5 shows across 3 Canadian cities, creating a unique and historic musical event.

Events in 1970

June 27, 1970: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 27, 1970

Newspapers from Jun. 27, 1970

June 27, 1970 was a Saturday and it was the 178th day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 27, 1970 can also be written as 6/27/1970 in the US and as 27/6/1970 in UK and Europe.

June 27, 1970 in June 1970 calendar

Famous people born on June 27, 1970:

• Paul Thomas Anderson

  Acclaimed film director known for masterpieces like 'Boogie Nights', 'Magnolia', and 'There Will Be Blood'.

• Régine Cavagnoud

  French alpine ski racer who tragically died after a fatal collision during a competition in Pitztal, Austria on October 29, 2001.

• Nick Offerman

  Comedian, actor, and woodworker best known for his role as Ron Swanson in the TV series 'Parks and Recreation'.

• Jim Edmonds

  Accomplished Major League Baseball center fielder who played for multiple teams and later became a respected sportscaster.

• Jo Frost

  Popular English television personality known as 'Supernanny', helping families with parenting advice through her books and TV shows.

• Sean Hayes

  Actor and comedian best known for playing Jack McFarland in the sitcom 'Will & Grace'.

• John Eales

  Legendary Australian rugby player known for his leadership and success with the national team, later becoming a successful businessman.

• Chris O'Donnell

  American actor known for roles in films like 'Batman & Robin' and TV series 'NCIS: Los Angeles'.

• Cecily von Ziegesar
• Andy Chango

Famous people born in 1970

Famous people born on June 27th

Famous people died on June 27, 1970:

• István Fekete
• Pierre Mac Orlan

Famous people who died in 1970

Famous people who died on June 27th

June 27, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 27, 1970 was The Love You Save by The Jackson 5, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.

1. The Jackson 5 - The Love You Save
2. Three Dog Night - Mama Told Me (Not To Come)
3. The Temptations - Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)
4. The Beatles - The Long And Winding Road
5. Vanity Fare - Hitchin' A Ride

June 27, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 27, 1970 was In The Summertime by Mungo Jerry, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.

1. Mungo Jerry - In The Summertime
2. Christie - Yellow River
3. Mr Bloe - Groovin' With Mr Bloe
4. Free - All Right Now
5. England World Cup Squad - Back Home

June 27, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 27, 1970 was The Love You Save by Jackson 5, according to the music chart for the week June 22nd and June 28th.

1. Jackson 5 - The Love You Save
2. The Temptations - Ball Of Confusion (That's What The World Is Today)
3. Aretha Franklin with The Dixie Flyers - Spirit In The Dark/The Thrill Is Gone
4. The Impressions - Check Out Your Mind
5. Johnnie Taylor - Steal Away

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 27th is Cancer.

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Cancer is the 4th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between June 21st and July 22nd belong to the Cancer sign: discover Cancer personality and who should a Cancer marry.

Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 27, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 27, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 27, 1970 was Last Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 27, 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 June 27, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 01:02 am and setting at 04:04 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 19, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Jul 18, 1970.

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Someone born on June 27, 1970 is:

54 years 10 months old,

or 658 months and 17 days old,

or 2863 weeks and 4 days old,

or 20045 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 27, 1970?

There are 44 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday June 27th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 27, 1970?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 27, 1970.

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