Historical Events
- Iran government of Bazargan resigns
Event of Interest
Supreme Leader of Iran Ayatollah Khomeini describes the United States as "The Great Satan" amid accusations of imperialism and the sponsoring of corruption
Famous Birthdays
- Mihalis Hatzigiannis, Greek-Cypriot songwriter and singer, born in Nicosia, Cyprus
Famous Deaths
- Al Capp, [Alfred Gerald Caplin], American cartoonist (Li'l Abner), dies at 70
- Amedeo Nazzari [Buffa], Italian actor (Nights of Cabiria; Chains; Caravaggio), dies from cardiac arrest at 71
Died in 1979 1979 Highlights
About November 5, 1979
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 5 months and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Heartache Tonight - Eagles
- #1 Song: One Day At A Time - Lena Martell