What happened on Monday December 29, 1975?

Here's what happened on December 29, 1975:

• End of Spanish Sahara and Territorial Conflict The Spanish army withdrew from Western Sahara, marking the final dissolution of Spain's colonial empire. This withdrawal led to the creation of the Sahrawi Republic (RASD) and subsequent invasion by Morocco, sparking a complex territorial dispute that continues to this day.
• LaGuardia Airport Bombing A terrorist bomb exploded at LaGuardia Airport in New York City, killing 11 people and injuring more than 75. This tragic incident was a significant act of terrorism during the mid-1970s, highlighting the security challenges faced by major transportation hubs.
• Introduction of Fractal Concept The term 'fractal' was first used, introducing a revolutionary mathematical concept that describes complex geometric patterns found in nature. This marked a significant moment in mathematical and scientific understanding of complex systems and patterns.
• South Australia Decriminalizes Homosexual Acts South Australia became the first Australian state to decriminalize homosexual acts between consenting adults, a landmark moment in LGBTQ+ rights and social progress in the country.
• Discovery of Ciudad Perdida The Colombian government announced the discovery of Ciudad Perdida (Lost City), an important archaeological site in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. This finding represents a significant moment in understanding pre-Columbian indigenous history and civilization.
• First Recognition of Lyme Disease Lyme disease was first recognized in Lyme, Connecticut, marking the beginning of understanding this significant tick-borne illness that would become a major public health concern in the following decades.
• Victoria Abolishes Capital Punishment Victoria, Australia, abolished capital punishment, representing a significant milestone in the state's legal and human rights progression, aligning with global trends towards more humane criminal justice practices.
• Peter Gabriel Leaves Genesis Peter Gabriel departed from the progressive rock band Genesis, with drummer Phil Collins taking over lead vocal duties. This marked a significant transition in the band's musical direction and lineup.
• First Monster Truck Bigfoot Created Bob Chandler created the first Monster Truck named Bigfoot, pioneering a new form of automotive entertainment and motorsport that would become a global phenomenon.
• Jehovah's Witnesses Armageddon Prediction Some members of Jehovah's Witnesses, based on the group's chronological interpretations, believed Armageddon would occur in 1975. This led some followers to sell their houses and businesses in preparation for what they believed would be the establishment of God's Kingdom on Earth.

Events in 1975

December 29, 1975: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 29, 1975

Newspapers from Dec. 29, 1975

December 29, 1975 was a Monday and it was the 363rd day of the year 1975 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 29, 1975 can also be written as 12/29/1975 in the US and as 29/12/1975 in UK and Europe.

December 29, 1975 in December 1975 calendar

Famous people born on December 29, 1975:

• Shawn Hatosy

  American actor.

• Jaret Wright

  American baseball player: indians pitcher.

• Kalin Olson

  Hot springs, arkansas -- playmate august 1997.

• Patrick Bettoni
• Jana Stejskalová
• Albert van der Haar
• Márcio da Silva Dornelles
• Shinji Otsuka
• Giovanna Di Rauso
• Corina Grünenfelder
• Cosmas Banda

Famous people born in 1975

Famous people born on December 29th

Famous people died on December 29, 1975:

• Euell Gibbons

  Known for his wild food foraging and natural foods advocacy.

• Halbert L. Dunn

  Halbert L. Dunn was a pioneering statistician in the field of public health.

• Sigurd Lewerentz
• Tiberiu Popoviciu
• Francisco Díaz de León

Famous people who died in 1975

Famous people who died on December 29th

December 29, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 29, 1975 was Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

1. Elton John - Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds
2. Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
3. Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
4. Paul McCartney - Junior's Farm
5. Neil Sedaka - Laughter In The Rain

December 29, 1975: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 29, 1975 was Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

1. Queen - Bohemian Rhapsody
2. Mud - Lonely This Christmas
3. Laurel & Hardy With The Avalon Boys featuring Chill Wills - The Trail Of The Lonesome Pine
4. Ralph McTell - Streets Of London
5. Hot Chocolate - You Sexy Thing

December 29, 1975: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 29, 1975 was Boogie On Reggae Woman by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week December 29th and January 4th.

1. Stevie Wonder - Boogie On Reggae Woman
2. Carl Douglas - Kung Fu Fighting
3. Barry White - You're The First, The Last, My Everything
4. James Brown - Funky President (People It's Bad)
5. The Three Degrees - When Will I See You Again

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 29th is Capricorn.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 29, 1975: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 29, 1975 is Rabbit and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 29, 1975 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 29, 1975 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 December 29, 1975 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 3% full, rising at 04:11 am and setting at 03:06 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 18, 1975 while the next full moon would come on Jan 17, 1976.

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Your place in the Universe on December 29, 1975

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Someone born on December 29, 1975 is:

48 years 11 months old,

or 587 months and 15 days old,

or 2554 weeks and 5 days old,

or 17883 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 29, 1975?

There are 15 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday December 29th 2024.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 29, 1975?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 29, 1975.

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