Famous Birthdays
- Anastasios Kyriakos, Greek footballer, born in Giannouli, Greece
- Kate Ritchie, Australian actress, born in Goulburn, Australia
Famous Deaths
- (Giuseppe) "Joe" Venuti, American jazz musician and pioneer violinist considered the "father of jazz violin", dies of cancer at 74
- Nicolas Bentley, British writer and illustrator, dies at 71
Died in 1978 1978 Highlights
About August 14, 1978
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 45 years, 8 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Three Times A Lady - Commodores
