Historical Events
- Sandinistas occupy National Palace in Managua, Nicaragua
Famous Birthdays
- James Corden, British actor, comedian and television host (The Late Late Show with James Corden), born in Hillingdon, London
- Jeff Stinco, Canadian musician (Simple Plan), born in Montreal, Quebec
Famous Deaths
- Ignazio Silone, Italian novelist (Fontamara, Pane e vino), dies at 78
Jomo Kenyatta (1891-1978)
1st Prime Minister of Kenya (1963-64) and the 1st President of Kenya (1964-78), dies at 83
1978 Highlights
About August 22, 1978
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 5 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Grease - Frankie Valli
#1 Song: Three Times A Lady - Commodores
