What Happened on February 4, 1970

Historical Events

  • "Charles Aznavour" opens at Music Box Theater NYC for 23 performances
  • "Gantry" opens at George Abbott Theater NYC for 1 performance

"Patton"

"Patton" directed by Franklin J. Schaffner and starring George C. Scott premieres in New York (Academy Awards Best Picture 1971)

  • US performs nuclear test at Nevada Test Site
1970 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Gabrielle Anwar, English actress (Body Snatchers), born in Laleham, England
  • John Frascatore, American baseball pitcher (St Louis Cardinals)
Born in 1970

Famous Deaths

  • Louise Bogan, American poet (Sleeping Fury) and critic, dies at 72
1970 Highlights

About February 4, 1970

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 1 month and 24 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Venus - The Shocking Blue
  • UK #1 Song: Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes) - Edison Lighthouse