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1979 was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1979th year of the Common Era and Anno Domini designations. It saw the end of the Cambodian–Vietnamese War, the Iranian Revolution, the Three Mile Island accident, and the rise of the Walkman and hip hop music.
- Michael Jackson. Michael Jackson releases his breakthrough album "Off the Wall" on August 10. More Information and Timeline for the Michael Jackson "Off the Wall"
- UK -- Public Sector workers strike. Public Sector workers go on strike in the United Kingdom. "Winter of Discontent" Leads to Election of Margaret Thatcher.
- ESPN launches. ESPN launches on cable television. More Information and Timeline for the ESPN Launch. The ESPN (Entertainment and Sports Programming Network) television network is launched on cable television at 7pm Eastern Time on September 7th, 1979.
- SALT II Treaty. The Soviet Union and the United States sign the SALT II Treaty. More Information for SALT II. The United States and Soviet Union reach an agreement during the Strategic Arms Limitations Talks during June of 1979.
Find out what happened in 1979, from major events and world leaders to famous birthdays and deaths. See highlights, fun facts, articles and more about the year 1979.
Oct 30, 2009 · Could it be that what happened 10 years earlier, in the annus mirabilis 1979, was the real historical turning point?
Browse the calendar of historical events in 1979, from international politics and culture to sports and entertainment. Find out what happened on any date in 1979, from the Iranian Revolution to the Super Bowl.
Learn about the world-changing events, pop culture icons, and bad news of 1979. From the Iranian Revolution and the Sony Walkman to the Three Mile Island meltdown and the Cleveland School Shooting, discover the fun facts and trivia of this year.
Jan 20, 2024 · Learn how Billy Corgan wrote "1979" as a rebellious anthem for Generation X, inspired by his own high school experience and his love of '70s rock. Discover how the song reflected the social and musical trends of the '90s alt-rock scene.
