Historical Events
Event of Interest
Anwar Sadat replaces the late Gamal Abdel Nasser as acting Egyptian President
Anwar Sadat
Gamal Abdel Nasser
- Intrepid (US) beats Gretel II (Australia) in 22nd America's Cup
- TV game show "Words & Music" debuts on NBC
Famous Birthdays
- Kimiko Date, tennis star (1996 Japan Open), born in Kyoto, Japan
Famous Deaths
Gamal Abdel Nasser
Gamal Abdel Nasser, Egypt President (1953-70), dies of heart attack at 52
Gamal Abdel Nasser
- John Roderigo Dos Passos, American writer (Manhattan Transfer), dies at 74
1970 Highlights
About September 28, 1970
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 50 years, 9 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Libra
