What Happened on June 10, 1974

Historical Events

Feel Like Makin' Love

"Feel Like Makin' Love" single released by Roberta Flack (Billboard Song of the Year 1974)

Sports History

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Mike Schmidt hits a ball off public address speaker hanging from Houston Astrodome roof

  • Rumor's government in Italy resigns

Famous Birthdays

  • Dustin Lance Black, American filmmaker (Milk) and LGBT activist, born in Sacramento County, California

Famous Deaths

  • Henry, English Prince and Duke of Gloucester (son of King George V, Governor General of Australia 1945-47), dies at 74
Died in 1974 1974 Highlights

About June 10, 1974

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 49 years, 10 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Billy, Don't Be A Hero - Bo Donaldson And The Heywoods
  • UK #1 Song: The Streak - Ray Stevens