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April 6, 1977 (Wednesday) A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Iran, killing at least 348 people and destroying 2,100 homes. Hardest hit was the town of Naghan, where 202 people died. The quake came 15 days after a 7.0 tremor on March 22, near Bandar Abbas, that killed 167 people.
What happened in April 1977. Browse historical events, famous birthdays and notable deaths from Apr 1977 or search by date, day or keyword.
Historical events in April 1977. Learn about 52 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in Apr 1977 or search by date or keyword.
Subcategories. This category has the following 34 subcategories, out of 34 total. April 1977 by city (5 C). April 1977 by continent (4 C)
April 21, 1976 (Wednesday) In Australia, a gang of six robbers stole as much as $16 million from bookmakers at the Victorian Club in Melbourne. "Twelve-man gang— big raid theory", by John Allin and Steve Harris. According to the victims, two getaway cars were used and six gunmen carried out the armed robbery.
February 18 – 2000 AD, a British comic, is first published. March 10 – The rings of Uranus are discovered. April 22 – Optical fiber is first used to carry live telephone traffic. May 25 – George Lucas ' Star Wars opens in movie theaters. June – Hot Press, an Irish music magazine debuts.
1977 – German Federal prosecutor Siegfried Buback and his driver are shot by two Red Army Faction members while waiting at a red light. 1978 – Development of the neutron bomb is canceled by President Jimmy Carter. 1980 – During the Iran hostage crisis, the United States severs relations with Iran.
