Historical Events
- Earth satellites record gamma rays from remnants of supernova N-49
Famous Deaths
- Jay Silverheels [Harold J. Smith], Canadian actor (The Lone Ranger, Key Largo), dies from a stroke at 67
- Winifred Wagner, English-German daughter-in-law of Richard Wagner and friend of Adolf Hitler (ran Bayreuth Festival), dies at 82
1980 Highlights
About March 5, 1980
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 2 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
#1 Song: Atomic - Blondie
