Historical Events
- American Fred Markham (22) sets a bicycle speed record of 81.8 kph (50.8 mph) over 200 meter course
- Louis LaRusso II's stage drama "Knockout", starring Danny Aiello, opens at the Helen Hayes Theater, NYC: runs for 154 performances
- USSR performs nuclear test at the Semipalatinsk Test Site in northeast Kazakhstan
About May 6, 1979
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 11 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Reunited - Peaches & Herb
#1 Song: Bright Eyes - Art Garfunkel
