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The economy might have been on shaky ground in 1979, but the TV and Movie Industries were going strong. Kramer vs. Kramer was the highest-grossing movie of the year, and absolutely crushed it at the Oscars, racking up best picture, director, actor, and supporting actress.
Historical events from year 1979. Learn about 687 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1979 or search by date or keyword.
January. January 1 – The United States and the People's Republic of China establish full diplomatic relations. January 4 – The State of Ohio agrees to pay $675,000 to families of those who were dead or injured from the Kent State shootings.
Oct 30, 2009 · Why 1979 Was the Year That Truly Changed the World. Published Oct 29, 2009 at 8:00 PM EDT Updated Mar 13, 2010 at 9:29 PM EST. By Niall Ferguson. What exactly was the historical significance of...
Feb 22, 2024 · What are some fun facts, trivia, and history events from the year 1979? What were the top news stories in the U.S. and around the world, and what major events took place in the business and financial sectors? How much did a gallon of gas cost, and what happened in science, technology, sports, and in the entertainment industry?
Oct 15, 2016 · Historical Events for the Year 1979. 1st January » Formal diplomacy or diplomatic relations are established between China and the United States. 7th January » Sino-Vietnamese War or Third Indochina War Cambodian–Vietnamese War: Phnom Penh falls to the advancing Vietnamese troops, driving out Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge.
...more. 1979. The end of the decade. A year of exploding records, long lines, illuminated dance floors, revolutions on and in TV, and so much more. I’m Nostalgic Nic...
