Historical Events
Papal Visit
John Paul II becomes 1st pope to visit a Communist country (Poland)
Historic Event
Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley signs first homosexual rights bill
- NASA launches space vehicle S-198
Famous Deaths
- Jim Hutton, actor (Ellery Queen), dies of liver cancer at 45
1979 Highlights
About June 2, 1979
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 6 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Gemini
