Historical Events
- Supreme Court (5-4): city may use public money for Nativity scene
- US accuse Iraq of using poison gas
Famous Deaths
- Harry Salter, orchestra leader (Stop the Music), dies at 85
- Michael Sklar, American comedian (Laugh-In; Sha Na Na), dies at 39
- Tito Gobbi, Italian baritone (Scarpia in Tosca), dies at 70
- William Powell, American actor (My Man Godfrey), dies at 91
1984 Highlights
About March 5, 1984
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 40 years and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Jump - Van Halen
- #1 Song: 99 Red Balloons - Nena