What Happened on August 21, 1970

Historical Events

  • The Social and Democratic Labour Party (SDLP) is established with Gerry Fitt as the first leader of the party

Famous Birthdays

  • Craig Counsell, American MLB infielder, 1995-2011 (Florida Marlins, Arizona Diamondbacks, Milwaukee Brewers, and 2 other teams; 2 x World Series Champion), and manager (Brewers, Chicago Cubs), born in South Bend, Indiana
  • Paulo Barrancos Guerra, Portuguese athlete, 10k runner, born in Barrancos, Portugal
  • Steve Everitt, American NFL center (Cleveland Browns, Philadelphia Eagles), born in Miami, Florida

Famous Deaths

  • Timothy Mather Spelman, American composer, dies at 79
Died in 1970 1970 Highlights

About August 21, 1970

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 8 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Make It With You - Bread
  • UK #1 Song: The Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley