1970 (MCMLXX) was a common year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1970th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 970th year of the 2nd millennium, …

Relive the key moments of 1970! From political shifts to cultural breakthroughs, discover the most significant events that shaped the year.

Jun 12, 2025 · Jaws made movie news by becoming the first summer blockbuster. The decade was also marked by significant endings, as when the Beatles disbanded or when the “King of Rock and Roll” …

Americans held their breath as NASA scrambled to bring Apollo 13 astronauts home safely after their aborted moon mission. Some 20 million people celebrated the first Earth Day, rock icons Janis...

Jul 21, 2015 · What happened and who was famous in 1970? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1970.

Jul 2, 2025 · 1970 stands as a pivotal year in American history, marked by significant social, cultural, and technological developments. This article delves into key events, emphasizing the technological …

Jun 19, 2025 · On April 22, 1970, the first Earth Day galvanized millions of Americans, sparking a grassroots movement for environmental protection. This surge of activism led to the creation of the …

Jan 17, 2025 · From the aftermath of the Vietnam War to the birth of blockbuster films, the ’70s was a defining time that reshaped the modern world. For some, the decade is remembered for its music, …

April 1, 1970 - For the first time, the 1970 census counted over 200 million people living in the United States. The 13.4% increase since the last census indicated that a 203,302,031 population now called …

4th January » A 1970 Tonghai earthquake named magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes Tonghai County, China, killing at least 15,000 people. 7th January » The Punjab Legislative Council (Abolition) Act, …