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 …

The 1970s were a time of unrest and upheaval, with such notable events as the Fall of Saigon, the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, the Munich massacre, and the resignation of U.S. …

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.

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 …

Sep 25, 2024 · Discover the most significant events of 1970, from world-changing political decisions to cultural milestones. Explore the key moments that shaped history during this …

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 …

News, sports, weather, TV listings, rock music charts and more for all 3,652 days of the 1970s!