What Happened on March 10, 1975

Historical Events

  • "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" opens at Belasco Theater NYC for 45 performances
  • Dog spectacles patented in England

Stand By Me

John Lennon releases single "Stand By Me", a cover of Ben E. King's song from 1961

  • Sanyo Shinkansen open between Osaka and Fukuoka.
1975 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Lyne Bessette, Quebec professional cyclist
  • Stefan Bergkvist, Leksand Swe, NHL defenseman (Pitts Penguins)
Born in 1975

Famous Deaths

  • LĂ©opold Samuel, Belgian composer, dies at 91

About March 10, 1975

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 48 years, 6 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Black Water - The Doobie Brothers
  • UK #1 Song: If - Telly Savalas