Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift.

What Happened on June 10, 1978

Historical Events

  • 110th Belmont: Steve Cauthen wins aboard Affirmed to wrap up the Triple Crown
  • Costa Rica becomes a member of the Berne Convention copyright treaty

French Open Women's Tennis

French Open Women's Tennis: Virginia Ruzici of Romania claims her lone major singles title; beats Mima Jaušovec of Yugoslavia 6-2, 6-2

  • Yankees trade Ken Holzman for Ron Davis

Famous Birthdays

  • Shane West [Shannon Snaith], American actor (ER, 2004-09; Nikita; What We Do Is Secret), and singer (Jonny Was), born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

About June 10, 1978

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 46 years and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Gemini

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: You're The One That I Want - John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John
  • UK #1 Song: Rivers Of Babylon/Brown Girl In The Ring - Boney M