What Happened on January 4, 1974

Historical Events

  • US President Richard Nixon refuses to hand over tapes subpoenaed by Watergate Committee

Famous Birthdays

  • Ian Moor, English pop singer, born in North Ferriby, East Riding of Yorkshire, England
Born in 1974

Famous Deaths

  • Karel Janeček, Czech composer, dies at 70
1974 Highlights

About January 4, 1974

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 2 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Time In A Bottle - Jim Croce
  • UK #1 Song: Merry Xmas Everybody - Slade