What Happened on November 13, 1979

Historical Events

  • British newspaper "The Times" resumes publishing after 1 year

Sports History

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Willie Stargell and St Louis Cardinals first baseman Keith Hernandez share National League MVP Award

Event of Interest

Ronald Reagan announces his candidacy for US President in NYC


1979 History

Famous Birthdays

  • Ron Artest, American basketball player
  • Subliminal [Ya'akov Shimoni], Israeli rapper and producer, born in Tel Aviv
Born in 1979

Famous Deaths

  • Dimitris Psathas, Greek playwright (b. 1907)

About November 13, 1979

Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Still - Commodores
  • UK #1 Song: When You're in Love With a Beautiful Woman - Dr. Hook