What Happened on February 1, 1978

Historical Events

Polankski Flees US

Director Roman Polanski skips bail in the US and flees to France after pleading guilty to charges of engaging in sex with a 13-year-old girl

1st Female African American Stamp

Harriet Tubman is 1st African American woman to be honored on a US postage stamp


About February 1, 1978

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 2 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Stayin' Alive - Bee Gees
  • UK #1 Song: Up Town Top Ranking - Althia & Donna