Historical Events
Airport
"Airport" based on the book by Arthur Hailey, directed by George Seaton and starring Burt Lancaster and Dean Martin is released
- Dubnium atoms are first detected conclusively.
- Edison Theater opens at 240 W 47th St NYC
- Nuclear non-proliferation treaty goes into effect
- SDS Weathermen terrorist group bomb 18 West 11th St in NYC
Famous Birthdays
- John Frusciante, American rock guitarist (Red Hot Chili Peppers - "The Zephyr Song"), born in Queens, New York
- Lisa Robin Kelly, American actress, (d. 2013)
- Paul Whelan, Canadian-American security officer and marine (imprisoned in Russia for spying), born in Ottawa, Ontario
About March 5, 1970
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 54 years, 1 month and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon & Garfunkel
- #1 Song: Wandrin' Star - Lee Marvin