Historical Events
- Soyuz 27 launches, carrying 2 cosmonauts to Salyut 6 space station
Famous Birthdays
- Brent Smith, American rock singer (Shinedown), born in Knoxville, Tennessee
- Matt Roberts, American rock guitarist (3 Doors Down - "When I'm Gone"), born in Escatawpa, Mississippi (d. 2016)
Famous Deaths
- Don Gillis, American composer (Symphony 5½ - A Symphony for Fun), dies at 65
- Pedro Joaquín Chamorro, of La Prensa, assassinated in Managua
- Zeb Turner, country-rock performer (Chew Tobacco Rag), dies at 62
1978 Highlights
About January 10, 1978
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 2 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Baby Come Back - Player
#1 Song: Mull Of Kintyre/Girls' School - Wings
