What Happened on February 18, 1979

Historical Events

  • -52°F (-47°C), Old Forge, New York (state record)

Daytona 500

21st Daytona 500: Richard Petty wins after race leaders Cale Yarborough and Donnie Allison collide with each other on final lap; first 500 mile race broadcast from start to finish

  • Mini-series "Roots: Next Generations" premieres on ABC TV
  • NASA launches space vehicle S-202

Election of Interest

President Ziaur Rahman's National Party wins Bangladeshi general election

  • Snow falls in Sahara Desert
1979 History
1979 Highlights

About February 18, 1979

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 1 month and 10 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Da Ya Think I'm Sexy? - Rod Stewart
  • UK #1 Song: Heart Of Glass - Blondie