Historical Events
- Rock group, Emerson, Lake & Palmer break up
- Togo adopts constitution
Famous Birthdays
- Flávio, Angolan footballer
Famous Deaths
Richard Rodgers (1902-1979)
American composer, mostly for theater (Rodgers & Hart - "Pal Joey"; "Babes In Arms"; Rodgers & Hammerstein - "Oklahoma!"; "South Pacific"; "The King And I"; "The Sound Of Music") and 1st EGOT (Emmy; Grammy; Oscar; and Tony awards winner), dies at 77
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About December 30, 1979
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 3 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Please Don't Go - KC And The Sunshine Band
- #1 Song: Another Brick In The Wall (Part 2) - Pink Floyd