Historical Events
- Kosmos 1076, 1st Soviet oceanographic satellite, launched
Famous Birthdays
- Antonio Chatman, American NFL wide receiver and punt returner, born in Jackson, Alabama
- Jesse Spencer, Australian actor, born in Melbourne, Australia
- Matt Mauck, American NFL player, born in Jasper, Indiana
Famous Deaths
- Jean Renoir, French film director (Madame Bovary, Nana, Grand Illusion) and actor (Rules of the Game), dies at 84
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About February 12, 1979
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 2 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Da Ya Think I'm Sexy? - Rod Stewart
#1 Song: Heart Of Glass - Blondie
