Historical Events
- Fred Markham set a bicycle speed record of 818 kph over 200 m
- Louis LaRusso II's "Knockout" premieres in NYC
- USSR performs nuclear test at Eastern Kazakh/Semipalitinsk USSR
Famous Birthdays
- Nikki Hayes, Irish radio personality
About May 6, 1979
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 10 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Reunited - Peaches & Herb
#1 Song: Bright Eyes - Art Garfunkel
