What happened on Sunday March 25, 1979?

Here's what happened on March 25, 1979:

• Egypt-Israel peace treaty signed On March 25, 1979, Egypt and Israel signed a peace treaty, marking the first such agreement between Israel and an Arab country. The treaty was a significant step towards peace in the Middle East, leading to the normalization of relations between the two nations and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Sinai Peninsula. This agreement was facilitated by U.S. President Jimmy Carter and took place at the Camp David Accords in 1978. source: state.gov
• Space Shuttle Columbia delivered to Kennedy Space Center On March 25, 1979, the Space Shuttle Columbia was delivered to NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This marked a significant milestone in the Space Shuttle Program, as Columbia was the first fully functional orbiter, paving the way for future missions. Construction of Columbia began in 1975 at Rockwell International's Palmdale, California, facility, and its arrival at Kennedy Space Center set the stage for its inaugural flight in April 1981. source: nasa.gov
• Nancy Lopez wins Sahara National Pro-Am Golf Tournament On March 25, 1979, Nancy Lopez secured her 11th LPGA Tour victory at the Sahara National Pro-Am Golf Tournament in Nevada. She finished with a score of 274 (−12), two strokes ahead of runner-up Donna Caponi. This win contributed to Lopez's remarkable 1979 season, where she led the tour with eight victories and was named Player of the Year. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Riot at Bourda Cricket Match On March 25, 1979, a riot erupted at the Bourda Cricket Ground in Georgetown, Guyana, during a World Series Cricket SuperTest between the West Indies and Australia. The unrest was triggered by a miscommunication regarding the match's start time, leading to a crowd of approximately 9,000 spectators becoming agitated. The situation escalated when the crowd stormed the pavilion, causing significant damage and forcing players and officials to seek shelter. The incident was exacerbated by the volatile political climate in Guyana at the time, with some analysts suggesting that the riot was a form of public protest against the government. Despite the turmoil, the match resumed the following day and concluded in a draw. source: stabroeknews.com
• Natasha Yi's birth in Boston, Massachusetts Natasha Yi, an American actress, model, and on-air producer, was born on March 25, 1979, in Boston, Massachusetts. She has appeared in films such as 'Rush Hour 2' and 'Cradle 2 the Grave', and has been featured on the covers of magazines like FHM, Maxim, and Playboy. source: famousbirthdays.com

Events in 1979

March 25, 1979: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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March 25, 1979 was a Sunday and it was the 84th day of the year 1979 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 25, 1979 can also be written as 3/25/1979 in the US and as 25/3/1979 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on March 25, 1979:

• Lee Pace

  Lee Pace is an American actor known for his versatility in film, television, and theater. He gained prominence for roles in the television series 'Pushing Daisies' and in the 'The Hobbit' and Marvel Cinematic Universe films. [bio]

• Emraan Hashmi

  Emraan Hashmi is an Indian film actor known primarily for his work in Hindi cinema. He gained widespread recognition for his roles in romantic thrillers and dramas, and is noted for his portrayal of intense, often controversial characters. [bio]

• Petra Nemcova

  Petra Nemcova is a renowned Czech supermodel and philanthropist who gained international recognition through Sports Illustrated and her...

• Muriel Hurtis-Houairi

  Muriel Hurtis-Houairi is a French sprinter who specialized in 200m and 400m races, winning multiple medals including a bronze at the Paris...

• Lake Bell

  Lake Bell is a multi-talented American actress, director, and writer known for her roles in television shows like 'Boston Legal' and films...

• François Delamontagne
• Skalp

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Famous people died on March 25, 1979:

• Anton Heiller

  Prominent Austrian classical musician known for his significant contributions to organ performance, composition, and conducting in the...

• Akinoumi Setsuo

  The 37th yokozuna in sumo wrestling history, a highly respected and accomplished professional sumo wrestler who competed in the mid-20th...

• Robert Madgwick

  Australian colonel and academic (b. 1905).

• Andreas Rinkel

Famous people who died in 1979

Famous people who died on March 25th

March 25, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 25, 1979 was Tragedy by Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

1. Bee Gees - Tragedy
2. Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
3. The Doobie Brothers - What A Fool Believes
4. Donna Summer - Heaven Knows
5. Peaches and Herb - Shake Your Groove Thing

March 25, 1979: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 25, 1979 was I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor, according to the music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

1. Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
2. Elvis Costello & The Attractions - Oliver's Army
3. Lene Lovich - Lucky Number
4. The Sex Pistols - Something Else / Friggin' In The Riggin'

March 25, 1979: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 25, 1979 was I Got My Mind Made Up (You Can Get It Girl) by Instant Funk, according to the music chart for the week March 19th and March 25th.

1. Instant Funk - I Got My Mind Made Up (You Can Get It Girl)
2. Sister Sledge - He's The Greatest Dancer
3. Chuck Brown & The Soul Searchers - Bustin' Loose
4. Gloria Gaynor - I Will Survive
5. Rod Stewart - Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 25th is Aries.

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March 25, 1979: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 25, 1979 is Goat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 25, 1979 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 25, 1979 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 March 25, 1979 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 2% full, rising at 04:17 am and setting at 04:44 pm.

The previous full moon was on Mar 13, 1979 while the next full moon would come on Apr 12, 1979.

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Someone born on March 25, 1979 is:

47 years 1 month old,

or 565 months and 29 days old,

or 2461 weeks

or 17227 days old,

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