Historical Events
- American singer Vikki Carr (39) weds businessman Michael Nilsson
- India premier Charan Singh resigns
- The East Coast Main Line rail route between England and Scotland is restored when the Penmanshiel Diversion opens.
Famous Birthdays
- Cory Sullivan, American baseball player (Colorado Rockies), born in Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Jamie Cullum, English singer-songwriter, pianist and radio presenter, born in Rochford, England
1979 Highlights
About August 20, 1979
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 9 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: My Sharona - The Knack- #1 Song: We Don't Talk Anymore - Cliff Richard
#1 Song: My Sharona - The Knack
#1 Song: We Don't Talk Anymore - 
