Historical Events
- 200th running of horse's Derby in England
- Royal Air Force receives 1st F-16
- Willie Horton becomes 43rd player to hit 300 HRs in the majors
Famous Deaths
Jack Haley (1898-1979)
American vaudevillle and screen actor, singer, and dancer (The Wizard of Oz -"Tin Man"; Higher and Higher), dies of a heart attack at 81
- Janina Spychajowa-Kurkowska, Polish archer (record 5x women's world championships), dies at 78
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About June 6, 1979
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 10 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Love You Inside Out - Bee Gees
#1 Song: Sunday Girl - Blondie
