Historical Events
- "I'll Be There" single by The Jackson 5 is released (Billboard Song of the Year 1970)
- Phillies Larry Bowa steals home for 2nd time in 1970
Famous Birthdays
- Jaime Fields, NFL/WLAF linebacker (KC Chiefs, Scotland Claymores), born in Compton, California (d. 1999)
- Rick Recht, Jewish-American rock singer-songwriter ("Tear Down The Walls"), born in St. Louis, Missouri
About August 28, 1970
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 7 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: War - Edwin Starr
#1 Song: The Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley
