Historical Events
- In Kabul, Muslims kidnap the American ambassador to Afghanistan, Adolph Dubs who is later killed during a gunfight between his kidnappers and police
- Revival of Walter Donaldson and Gus Kahn's musical comedy "Whoopee!" opens at ANTA Theater, NYC; runs for 204 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Pablo Pallante, Uruguayan footballer, born in Montevideo, Uruguay
Famous Deaths
- Adolph Dubs, US ambassador to Afghanistan, murdered
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About February 14, 1979
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 2 months and 14 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
