What Happened on November 26, 1970

Historical Events

  • In Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe, 1.5 inches (38.1mm) of rain falls in a single minute, the heaviest recorded rainfall in history

Famous Birthdays

  • Dave Hughes, Australian comedian (Hughesy, We Have a Problem), born in Warrnambool, Victoria
  • Greg Graham, American NBA guard (NJ Nets), born in Indianapolis, Indiana
  • John Amaechi, English psychologist and NBA player (Cleveland Cavaliers), born in Boston, Massachusetts
  • Lorissa McComas, American actress (Lap Dancing, Vamp), born in Columbus, Ohio (d. 2009)
  • Mark Dixon, CFL offensive linebacker (Montreal Alouettes)

Famous Deaths

  • B O Davis Sr, 1st African American general, dies at 93 in Chicago
Died in 1970 1970 Highlights

About November 26, 1970

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 5 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No

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

Holidays: Thanksgiving (United States)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I Think I Love You - The Partridge Family Starring Shirley Jones Featuring David Cassidy
  • UK #1 Song: I Hear You Knocking - Dave Edmunds