Historical Events
- Jackson slugs a 3-run HR in the 1st inning, & the field is showered
Famous Birthdays
- Carles Puyol, Spanish footballer, born in La Pobla de Segur, Spain
- Chris Sligh, American singer and Idol finalist, born in Madison, Tennessee
- Kyle Howard, American actor, born in Loveland, Colorado
Famous Deaths
- Albert Termote, Flemish-Dutch sculptor of equestrian bronzes (Charles the Great), dies at 91
- Jack Chambers, Canadian artist, dies at 47
- Paul McGrath, American actor (Witness, No Time for Love), dies at 74
Died in 1978 1978 Highlights
About April 13, 1978
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 46 years and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Night Fever - Bee Gees
#1 Song: Matchstalk Men And Matchstalk Cats And Dogs - Brian & Michael
