What Happened on September 15, 1970

Historical Events

Music Recording

Decca awards Bing Crosby a second platinum disc for selling 300 million records

  • Officers of the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC) in Northern Ireland vote narrowly in favour of remaining unarmed
  • PLO leader Arafat threatens to make a cemetery of Jordan
  • Rotterdam dock strikes end

Famous Birthdays

  • Ramya Krishnan, Indian actress (Padayappa), born in Madras, India

About September 15, 1970

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 53 years, 7 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Ain't No Mountain High Enough - Diana Ross
  • UK #1 Song: Band Of Gold - Freda Payne