Historical Events
- 36-hr kidnap of 26 school children and their bus driver in California
Famous Birthdays
Diane Kruger (47 years old)
German actress and fashion model (Inglorious Bastards), born in Algermissen, West Germany
- Jim Jones, American rapper (The Diplomats), born in New York City
- Steve Cunningham, American boxer (IBF cruiserweight title 2007-08, 10-11), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Paul William Gallico, writer, dies at 78
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights
About July 15, 1976
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 9 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Afternoon Delight - Starland Vocal Band
- #1 Song: The Roussos Phenomenon Ep - Demis Roussos