Historical Events
- False alarm of a Soviet ballistic missile attack by US NORAD system after technician fails to code a test properly
Famous Birthdays
- Adam Dunn, American baseball player, born in Houston, Texas
- Caroline Flack, British television presenter (Love Island), born in Enfield Town, United Kingdom (d. 2020)
Famous Deaths
- Lewis Charles [Cholost], American stage and screen actor (Topaz; The Rose Tattoo), dies of cancer at 67
1979 Highlights
About November 9, 1979
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 4 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
#1 Song: Heartache Tonight - Eagles
#1 Song: One Day At A Time - Lena Martell
