Famous Birthdays
- Michael Stahlman, American rower and coach
- Monder Rizki, Belgian athlete, born in Brussels, Belgium
Famous Deaths
John Diefenbaker (1895-1979)
13th Prime Minister of Canada (Conservative: 1957-63), dies at 83
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About August 16, 1979
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 8 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Good Times - Chic
#1 Song: I Don't Like Mondays - Boomtown Rats
