Historical Events
- Landsat 3 launched from Vandenberg AFB, California
- Revival of Jerry Herman's musical "Hello, Dolly!", starring Carol Channing, opens at Lunt-Fontanne Theater, NYC; runs for 152 performances
Famous Birthdays
- Kimberly McCullough, California, actress (Robin-General Hospital)
- Mike Hessman, American baseball player
About March 5, 1978
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 46 years, 1 month and 22 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: (Love Is) Thicker Than Water - Andy Gibb
- #1 Song: Wuthering Heights - Kate Bush