What happened on Monday September 11, 1978?

Here's what happened on September 11, 1978:

• Camp David Accords Signed U.S. President Jimmy Carter, President Anwar Sadat of Egypt, and Prime Minister Menachem Begin of Israel meet at Camp David and negotiate a groundbreaking framework for peace between Israel and Egypt, aiming to establish comprehensive peace in the Middle East. This diplomatic breakthrough represents a significant moment in Middle Eastern geopolitics and conflict resolution.
• Last Known Smallpox Victim Dies Janet Parker, a medical photographer, becomes the final recorded victim of smallpox, marking a tragic end to a devastating global disease. Her death highlights the final stages of the worldwide effort to eradicate this deadly virus.
• Sandinista Uprising in Nicaragua The Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN), a revolutionary rebel organization, launches simultaneous coordinated attacks across Nicaragua. By the end of the week, they successfully take control of key cities including Masaya, Esteli, Leon, Chinandega, effectively controlling northern Nicaragua and setting the stage for a major political transformation.
• Nicaragua Imposes Martial Law In response to growing civil unrest and the Sandinista uprising, the Nicaraguan government imposes martial law, suspending constitutional rights. All communications are disrupted, and the National Guard command post is surrounded, signaling a critical moment of political tension and potential regime change.
• Bulgarian Dissident Georgi Markov Assassinated Georgi Markov, a prominent Bulgarian dissident and writer critical of the communist regime, is assassinated. His death is believed to be a politically motivated killing, symbolizing the brutal suppression of dissent during the Cold War era.
• Ronnie Peterson Fatal Racing Accident Ronnie Peterson, a talented Swedish Formula One driver, dies following a catastrophic crash during the Italian Grand Prix at the Monza circuit. His tragic death represents a significant loss to the motorsport community.

Events in 1978

September 11, 1978: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 11, 1978

Newspapers from Sep. 11, 1978

September 11, 1978: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Denver Broncos - Minnesota Vikings : 9 - 12

September 11, 1978 was a Monday and it was the 254th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 11, 1978 can also be written as 9/11/1978 in the US and as 11/9/1978 in UK and Europe.

September 11, 1978 in September 1978 calendar

Famous people born on September 11, 1978:

• Ed Reed

  Legendary NFL safety who played primarily for the Baltimore Ravens, inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019.

• Dejan Stankovic

  Renowned Serbian footballer who played for Inter Milan, Serbia national team, and was known for his versatility and midfield skills.

• Ben Lee

  Australian musician, guitarist, and member of indie bands The Bens and Gerling, known for his alternative music style.

• In-Grid

Famous people born in 1978

Famous people born on September 11th

Famous people died on September 11, 1978:

• Georgi Markov

  Bulgarian dissident writer and journalist who was assassinated by the Bulgarian secret service using a ricin-loaded umbrella in London...

• Mike Gazella

  American baseball manager and player (d. 1978).

• Janet Parker

  English photographer (b. 1938).

• Ronnie Peterson

  Swedish racing driver (b. 1944).

Famous people who died in 1978

Famous people who died on September 11th

September 11, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 11, 1978 was Boogie Oogie Oogie by Taste Of Honey, A, according to the music chart for the week September 11th and September 17th.

1. Taste Of Honey, A - Boogie Oogie Oogie
2. Commodores - Three Times A Lady
3. Foreigner - Hot Blooded
4. Olivia Newton-John - Hopelessly Devoted To You
5. Exile - Kiss You All Over

September 11, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 11, 1978 was Three Times A Lady by The Commodores, according to the music chart for the week September 11th and September 17th.

1. The Commodores - Three Times A Lady
2. 10cc - Dreadlock Holiday
3. Boney M - Rivers Of Babylon / Brown Girl In The Ring
4. Darts - It's Raining
5. David Essex - Oh What A Circus

September 11, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 11, 1978 was Holding On (When Love Is Gone) by L.T.D., according to the music chart for the week September 11th and September 17th.

1. L.T.D. - Holding On (When Love Is Gone)
2. Earth, Wind & Fire - Got To Get You Into My Life
3. Michael Henderson - Take Me I'm Yours
4. Stargard - What You Waiting For
5. Foxy - Get Off

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 11th is Virgo.

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Babies born in September are either Virgo or Libra. People born before September 22nd are Virgo, while people born from September 23rd have the sign of Libra.

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September 11, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 11, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 11, 1978 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 11, 1978 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 September 11, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 73% full, rising at 03:24 pm and setting at 01:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 18, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Sep 16, 1978.

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Someone born on September 11, 1978 is:

46 years 9 months old,

or 561 months and 5 days old,

or 2440 weeks

or 17080 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on September 11, 1978?

There are 87 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Thursday September 11th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 11, 1978?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on September 11, 1978.

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