Historical Events
- Apollo Computer Inc incorporated
- NZ beats West Indies by one wicket in cricket at Dunedin
- XIII Winter Olympic Games open in Lake Placid, New York
Famous Birthdays
- Kristy Powell, US gymnast (Olympics 1996), born in Stuart, Florida
- Sebastian Kehl, German footballer, born in Fulda, Germany
Famous Deaths
- David Janssen, American actor (The Fugitive, Harry O), dies at 49
- Marian Rejewski, Polish mathematician and cryptologist (1st to break German Enigma code), dies at 74
1980 Highlights
About February 13, 1980
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 11 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Do That To Me One More Time - Captain & Tennille
#1 Song: Coward of the County - Kenny Rogers