What happened on Saturday December 19, 1970?

Here's what happened on December 19, 1970:

• James Cross Kidnapping Resolved British Trade Commissioner James Cross was released by the Front de libération du Québec (FLQ) terrorist group after being held hostage for 60 days. The release was negotiated and occurred at the site of the former Expo '67 World's Fair, with a Cuban delegation present.
• Martial Law in Spain The Spanish government imposed a three-month period of martial law in Burgos and the province of Guipuzcoa following a massive workers' strike of approximately 15,000 employees protesting a controversial trial.
• Leadership Change in South Korea President Park Chung-hee removed General Chung Il-kwon from his position as Prime Minister of South Korea after more than six years of service, signaling a significant political transition in the country.
• Tyson Beckford Born Tyson Beckford, a prominent American male supermodel who would later become an iconic figure in the fashion and entertainment industry, was born on this date.
• Zac Foley, EMF Bassist, Born Zac Foley, rock bassist known for his work with the British alternative rock band EMF, famous for their hit single 'Unbelievable', was born on this date.

Events in 1970

December 19, 1970: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 19, 1970

Newspapers from Dec. 19, 1970

December 19, 1970: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• New York Jets - Baltimore Colts : 20 - 35

December 19, 1970 was a Saturday and it was the 353rd day of the year 1970 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 19, 1970 can also be written as 12/19/1970 in the US and as 19/12/1970 in UK and Europe.

December 19, 1970 in December 1970 calendar

Famous people born on December 19, 1970:

• Tyson Beckford

  Iconic male supermodel and actor known for his work with Ralph Lauren and appearances in films like 'Zoolander'.

• DM DMX

  Rapper and musician known for his distinctive voice and influential hip-hop career.

• Robert Lang

  Professional Czech ice hockey player who played in the NHL for multiple teams during his career.

• Hideki Kamiya
• Nagaru Tanigawa

Famous people born in 1970

Famous people born on December 19th

Famous people died on December 19, 1970:

• Anna Riwkin-Brick
• Aristide Merloni
• Giulia Recli
• Eugenio Treves

Famous people who died in 1970

Famous people who died on December 19th

December 19, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 19, 1970 was The Tears Of A Clown by Smokey Robinson, according to the music chart for the week December 14th and December 20th.

1. Smokey Robinson - The Tears Of A Clown
2. George Harrison - My Sweet Lord
3. The 5th Dimension - One Less Bell To Answer
4. The Partridge Family - I Think I Love You
5. Santana - Black Magic Woman

December 19, 1970: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 19, 1970 was I Hear You Knocking by Dave Edmunds, according to the music chart for the week December 14th and December 20th.

1. Dave Edmunds - I Hear You Knocking
2. McGuinness Flint - When I'm Dead And Gone
3. Neil Diamond - Cracklin' Rosie
4. Glen Campbell - It's Only Make Believe
5. Jimi Hendrix Experience - Voodoo Chile

December 19, 1970: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on December 19, 1970 was The Tears Of A Clown by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, according to the music chart for the week December 14th and December 20th.

1. Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - The Tears Of A Clown
2. The Supremes - Stoned Love
3. King Floyd - Groove Me
4. Chairman Of The Board - Pay To The Piper
5. Gladys Knight And The Pips - If I Were Your Woman

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 19th is Sagittarius.

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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 19, 1970: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 19, 1970 is Dog and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 19, 1970 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 19, 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 December 19, 1970 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 51% full, rising at 10:17 pm and setting at 11:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Dec 12, 1970 while the next full moon would come on Jan 11, 1971.

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Your place in the Universe on December 19, 1970

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Someone born on December 19, 1970 is:

54 years 4 months old,

or 652 months and 14 days old,

or 2837 weeks

or 19859 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 19, 1970?

There are 230 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday December 19th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 19, 1970?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on December 19, 1970.

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