Historical Events
Music History
Bob Marley performs at Jaap Edenhal, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Golf Major
Canadian Open Golf (Peter Jackson Classic), Cedar Brae CC: Donna Caponi wins in a playoff with Judy Rankin
- French Open Women's Tennis: Sue Barker of England claims her lone major singles title; beats Renáta Tomanová of Czechoslovakia 6-2, 0-6, 6-2
- German sprinter Inge Helten runs female WR 100m (11.04) at Fürth, West Germany
Famous Birthdays
- (Jason) "J" Brown, British singer and rapper (Five), born in Aldershot, England
- Kym Marsh, British pop singer (HearSay), actress (Coronation Street), and BBC TV presenter (Morning Live), born in Whiston, Merseyside, England
Famous Deaths
- Don Bolles, American journalist (against Arizona), dies
Died in 1976 1976 Highlights
About June 13, 1976
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 47 years, 10 months and 12 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
#1 Song: Silly Love Songs - Wings
#1 Song: Combine Harvester (Brand New Key) - Wurzels
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