What happened on Tuesday July 04, 1978?

Here's what happened on July 04, 1978:

• Solar thermal collector patent awarded On July 4, 1978, a patent for a solar thermal collector was awarded, marking a significant advancement in solar energy technology. This innovation aimed to improve the efficiency of solar energy capture and utilization. source: energy.gov
• Memphis firefighters strike ends The Memphis firefighters' strike, which began earlier, ended on July 4, 1978. This labor action highlighted issues related to working conditions and pay for firefighters in the city. source: memphisdailynews.com
• Asteroid discovery by L. Chernykh On July 4, 1978, astronomer Lyudmila Chernykh discovered a new asteroid, contributing to the ongoing research and cataloging of celestial bodies. This discovery added to the understanding of the solar system's composition. source: nasa.gov

Events in 1978

July 04, 1978: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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July 04, 1978 was a Tuesday and it was the 185th day of the year 1978 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 04, 1978 can also be written as 7/4/1978 in the US and as 4/7/1978 in UK and Europe.

July 04, 1978 in July 1978 calendar

Famous people born on July 04, 1978:

• Stephen Rannazzisi

  Stephen Rannazzisi is an American actor, comedian, and stand-up performer best known for his role as Kevin MacArthur on the FX television comedy series 'The League.' He has also appeared in other television series, done stand-up specials, and worked as a writer. [bio]

• Marcos Daniel

  Brazilian professional tennis player who competed in international tournaments.

• Rochester (New York)
• Cumberland (Maryland)

Famous people born in 1978

Famous people born on July 4th

July 04, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 04, 1978 was Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb, according to the music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

1. Andy Gibb - Shadow Dancing
2. Gerry Rafferty - Baker Street
3. ABBA - Take A Chance On Me
4. The O'Jays - Use Ta Be My Girl
5. Bob Seger - Still The Same

July 04, 1978: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 04, 1978 was You're The One That I Want by John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John, according to the music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

1. John Travolta & Olivia Newton-John - You're The One That I Want
2. Father Abraham & The Smurfs - The Smurf Song
3. Marshall Hain - Dancin' In The City
4. Clout - Substitute
5. The Motors - Airport

July 04, 1978: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 04, 1978 was Close The Door by Teddy Pendergrass, according to the music chart for the week July 3rd and July 9th.

1. Teddy Pendergrass - Close The Door
2. Quincy Jones - Stuff Like That
3. Linda Clifford - Runaway Love
4. Rick James - You And I
5. A Taste Of Honey - Boogie Oogie Oogie

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 4th is Cancer.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 04, 1978: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 04, 1978 is Horse and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 04, 1978 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 04, 1978 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on July 04, 1978 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 05:04 am and setting at 08:27 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 20, 1978 while the next full moon would come on Jul 20, 1978.

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Your place in the Universe on July 04, 1978

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Someone born on July 04, 1978 is:

47 years 10 months old,

or 574 months and 20 days old,

or 2498 weeks and 5 days old,

or 17491 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 04, 1978?

There are 41 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday July 4th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 04, 1978?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on July 04, 1978.

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