What Happened on December 28, 1974

Historical Events

  • 4th Fiesta Bowl: Oklahoma State beats #17 BYU, 16-6
  • 6.3 earthquake strikes Pakistan: 5200 killed
  • Senegalese marxist group Reenu-Rew founds the political movement And-Jëf at a clandestine congress.

Famous Birthdays

  • Rob Niedermayer, Canadian NHL center (Florida Panthers), born in Cassiar, British Columbia

Famous Deaths

  • Paul Dixon, Ohio talk show host (Paul Dixon Show), dies at 56
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights

About December 28, 1974

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 4 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Capricorn

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Angie Baby - Helen Reddy
  • UK #1 Song: Lonely This Christmas - Mud