Historical Events
- Guyana becomes a republic (National Day)
- Holy Eucharist given by women for 1st time in Roman Catholic service
Famous Birthdays
- Niecy Nash [Carol Denise Ensley], American actress, comedienne, and TV host (When They See Us), born in Compton, California
- Oksana Grigorieva [Chernukha], Russian singer-songwriter and pianist (Beautiful Heartache), born in Saransk, Mordovian ASSR, USSR
Famous Deaths
- Hirsch Jacobs, American thoroughbred horse trainer and owner (b. 1904)
Died in 1970 1970 Highlights
About February 23, 1970
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 2 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon & Garfunkel
#1 Song: Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes) - Edison Lighthouse
