Historical Events
- Jamaica premier Manley wins elections
- Oil tanker Argo Merchant runs aground on the Nantucket Shoals, spilling 7.6 m million gallons of fuel oil - one of the largest oil spills at sea
- Samoa becomes a member of the UN
Famous Birthdays
- Baichung Bhutia, Indian soccer striker (80 caps; SC East Bengal, AC Mohun Bagan), born in Tinkitam, India
- Elix Skipper, American professional wrestler, born in Roosevelt, New York
About December 15, 1976
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Tonight's The Night (Gonna Be Alright) - Rod Stewart
#1 Song: Under The Moon Of Love - Showaddywaddy
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