Historical Events
- The Social and Democratic Labour Party (SDLP) is established with Gerry Fitt as the first leader of the party
Famous Birthdays
- Mark Hatfield, CFL guard (BC Lions)
- Paulo Barrancos Guerra, Portuguese athlete, 10k runner, born in Barrancos, Portugal
- Steve Everitt, NFL center (Cleveland Browns, Philadelphia Eagles), born in Miami, Florida
Famous Deaths
- Timothy Mather Spelman, American composer, dies at 79
1970 Highlights
About August 21, 1970
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 52 years, 9 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Make It With You - Bread
#1 Song: The Wonder Of You - Elvis Presley
