Historical Events
Tour de France
65th Tour de France won by Bernard Hinault of France
- Franklin Bradshaw is murdered in Salt Lake City by his grandson Marc Schreuder at the instigation of his mother Frances Schreuder
- Israeli government rejects Sadat's call for return of 2 Sinai areas
Sports History
Mayence returns to helps Yankees win their 5th straight game
Sports History
MLB Philadelphia Phillies Steve Carlton becomes 78th MLB pitcher to win 200
US Women's Golf Open
US Open Women's Golf, CC of Indianapolis: Hollis Stacy successfully defends title by 1 stroke from Sally Little and JoAnne Carner
Famous Birthdays
- Stefanie Sun, Singaporean pop singer-songwriter (Yan Zi), born in Singapore
- Stuart Elliott, Northern Irish footballer, born in Belfast, Northern Ireland
About July 23, 1978
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 9 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Shadow Dancing - Andy Gibb
#1 Song: You're The One That I Want - John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
