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What Happened on May 14, 1978

Historical Events

  • "Working" opens at 46th St Theater NYC for 25 performances
  • First round of the presidential elections in Upper Volta

Famous Birthdays

  • André Macanga, Angolan footballer
  • Brent Harvey, Australian footballer
  • Eddie House, American basketball player
  • Gustavo Varela, Uruguayan footballer

Famous Deaths

  • Bill Lear, American engineer, manufacturer and CEO (Lear Jet Corp), dies at 75
Died in 1978 1978 Highlights

About May 14, 1978

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 2 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No

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

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: With A Little Luck - Wings
  • UK #1 Song: Rivers Of Babylon/Brown Girl In The Ring - Boney M