Historical Events
- Chicago 7 defendants found innocent of inciting to riot
Event of Interest
US President Richard Nixon launches the "Nixon doctrine"
Famous Birthdays
- Raine Maida [Michael Maida], Canadian alt-rock singer-songwriter (Our Lady Peace - "Starseed"), born in Westin, Ontario
- Susan Egan, American actress, born in Seal Beach, California
- Tyler Green, American baseball pitcher (Philadelphia Phillies), born in Springfield, Ohio
Famous Deaths
- Desideer Stracke, Flemish jesuit and literature historian, dies at 94
Died in 1970 1970 Highlights
About February 18, 1970
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 2 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin/Everybody Is A Star - Sly & The Family Stone
#1 Song: Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes) - Edison Lighthouse
