Encyclopedia - 1979: Encyclopedia - 1979
This page refers to the year 1979. For the Smashing Pumpkins song, see 1979 (song). 1979 (MCMLXXIX) is a common year starting on Monday. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 - Events
1979 - January. January 1 - United Nations Secretary-General Kurt Waldheim heralds the start of the "International Year of the Child."...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 - Deaths
1979 - January-March. January 3 - Conrad Hilton, American hotelier (b. 1887) January 5 - Charles Mingus, American musician (b. 1922) J...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - General Motors Astra: Encyclopedia Ii - General Motors Astra - 1979
The Astra name originated with Vauxhall's 1979 model, though the car was designed and built a year earlier in Germany as an Opel Kadett. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Mazda 626: Encyclopedia Ii - Mazda 626 - 1979
The first Mazda 626 in most markets appeared in 1979. It was a rear wheel drive compact, little changed from the Japan-market Mazda Capel...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Oldsmobile Hurst/olds: Encyclopedia Ii - Oldsmobile Hurst/olds - 1979
Another car, now called simply the Hurst/Olds, appeared in 1979, based on the Cutlass Calais coupe. It used a special high-output version...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Oldsmobile Toronado: Encyclopedia Ii - Oldsmobile Toronado - 1979
The third generation (image) ran from 1979 through 1985. This was a seriously downsized model and carried V8 engines of 350 in³ (5....   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Mitsubishi Lancer: Encyclopedia Ii - Mitsubishi Lancer - 1979
In 1979, the new Lancer EX (the EX tag was not used for all export markets) débuted. The EX series included, from 1980, a turbocharged 1...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Oldsmobile Cutlass: Encyclopedia Ii - Oldsmobile Cutlass - 1979
The same model lineup continued, with a revision of both the front grille and taillight lenses. A diesel-powered Oldsmobile 260 (based on...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - List Of Astronauts By Selection: Encyclopedia Ii - List Of Astronauts By Selection - 1979
April 1 - 1979 Intercosmos Group - USSR Tuân Pham, Thanh Liem Bui ... See also:List of astronauts by selection, List of astronauts by...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Music: Encyclopedia - 1979 In Music
See also: 1978 in music, other events of 1979, 1980 in music, 1970s in music and the list of 'years in music' 1979 in music - Events. Di...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Film: Encyclopedia - 1979 In Film
1978 in film 1979 1980 in film 1970s in film years in film film 1979 in film - Events. March 5 - Production begins on Star Wars Episode...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Baseball: Encyclopedia - 1979 In Baseball
The following are the baseball events of the year 1979 throughout the world.   2000s 2009 • 2008 • 2007 ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 Energy Crisis: Encyclopedia - 1979 Energy Crisis
The 1979 (or second) oil crisis occurred in the wake of the Iranian Revolution. In the wake of protests, the Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 Song: Encyclopedia - 1979 Song
"1979" is a song by The Smashing Pumpkins. It was the second single from their third album, Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness. The s...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - United Kingdom General Election 1979: Encyclopedia - United Kingdom General Election 1979
The UK general election, 1979 was held on May 3, 1979 and is regarded as a pivotal point in 20th century British politics. The Conservati...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Aviation: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Aviation - Events
1979 in aviation - January. January 12 - Pilatus Aircraft acquires Britten-Norman 1979 in aviation - February. February 26 - Produ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Sports: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Sports - Births
1979 in sports - January-March. January 2 - Hanna Ljungberg, Swedish soccer star January 3 - Brooke Morrison, Australian field hockey ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Sports: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Sports - Golf
Men's Golf Grand Slam of golf results: May - The Masters - Fuzzy Zoeller June - US Open - Hale Irwin July 20 - British Open - Seve Ball...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Baseball: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Baseball - Champions
1979 in baseball - Major League Baseball. World Series: Pittsburgh Pirates over Baltimore Orioles (4-3); Willie Stargell, MVP America...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Music: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Music - Events
Disco reigned supreme in 1979, with several #1 hits from The Bee Gees and Donna Summer that year. Several artists who were not regarded a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Television: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Television - Television Shows
1979 in television - 1940s. Meet the Press (1947-present). Candid Camera (1948-present). Bozo the Clown (1949-present). Come Dancing (...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In South Africa: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In South Africa - Events
1979 in South Africa - January. 8 January - South Africa and Lesotho sign a monetary agreement 14 January - Police clash with Umkhonto...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Rail Transport: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Rail Transport - Events
1979 in rail transport - January events. January - An electrical fire erupts aboard a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train traveling in...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Jesus 1979 Film: Encyclopedia Ii - Jesus 1979 Film - History
The film was the brainchild of Bill Bright, a born-again Christian who founded the Campus Crusade for Christ. Bright desired to present a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Sports: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Sports - Harness Racing
Australian Inter Dominion Harness Racing Championship: Pacers: Rondel Trotters: No Response ... See also:1979 in sports, 1979 in...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Scotland Referendum 1979: Encyclopedia Ii - Scotland Referendum 1979 - Results
The referendum was held on March 1, 1979. The result was a narrow majority in favour of devolution. However, because of the low turnout t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Baseball: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Baseball - Major League Baseball Final Standings
1979 in baseball - American League final standings. 1979 in baseball - National League final standings. ... See also:1979 in baseba...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Nfl Playoffs 1979-80: Encyclopedia Ii - Nfl Playoffs 1979-80 - Divisional Playoffs
NFL playoffs 1979-80 - December 29 1979. at Jack Murphy Stadium, San Diego Rookie safety Vernon Perry led the Oilers to a victory by...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 Cfl Season: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 Cfl Season - 1979 Cfl All-stars
1979 CFL season - SPECIAL TEAMS. P - Hank Ilesic K - Lui Passaglia ... See also:1979 CFL season, 1979 CFL season - CFL News in 197...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Jesus 1979 Film: Encyclopedia Ii - Jesus 1979 Film - Statistics
Although an accurate count is incalculable, The Jesus Film is believed to be the most-watched motion picture of all time. Including uniqu...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Jesus 1979 Film: Encyclopedia Ii - Jesus 1979 Film - Criticisms
A frequent criticism of Jesus, particularly by liberal Christians, is that the film is melodramatic and a weak attempt to commercialize t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Jesus 1979 Film: Encyclopedia Ii - Jesus 1979 Film - Statistics
Although an accurate count is incalculable, The Jesus Film is believed to be the most-watched motion picture of all time. Including uniqu...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Canadian Federal Election 1979: Encyclopedia Ii - Canadian Federal Election 1979 - National Results
Clark won the popular vote in seven provinces, but because his Tories could only muster 2 seats in Quebec, he only won a minority governm...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - List Of Religious Leaders In 1979: Encyclopedia Ii - List Of Religious Leaders In 1979 - Christianity
List of religious leaders in 1979 - Catholic Churches. Roman Catholic Church - Pope John Paul II, Pope (1978-2005) List of religious...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 Governor General's Awards: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 Governor General's Awards - French Language
1979 Governor General's Awards - Fiction. Winner: Marie-Claire Blais, Le Sourd dans la ville Other Finalists: Suzanne Jacob, La Surv...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - British Columbia General Election 1979: Encyclopedia Ii - British Columbia General Election 1979 - Results
Note: * Party did not nominate candidates in the previous election. ... See also:British Columbia general election 1979, British Columb...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 Cfl Season: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 Cfl Season - Grey Cup Playoffs
Note: All dates in 1979 1979 CFL season - Conference Semi-Finals. Eastern Semi-Finals Western Semi-Finals 1979 CFL season - Conferenc...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 Cfl Season: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 Cfl Season - Regular Season Standings
1979 CFL season - Final Regular Season Standings. Note: GP = Games Played, W = Wins, L = Losses, T = Ties, PF = Points For, PA = Points...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979-80 Nhl Season: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979-80 Nhl Season - Stanley Cup Playoffs
Note: all dates in 1980 Image:Stanley cup.jpg 1979-80 NHL season - Stanley Cup finals. 1979-80 NHL season - Stanley Cup scoring leader...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 Governor General's Awards: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 Governor General's Awards - English Language
1979 Governor General's Awards - Fiction. Winner: Jack Hodgins, The Resurrection of Joseph Bourne Other Finalists: Margaret Atwood, ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979-80 Nhl Season: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979-80 Nhl Season - Regular Season
For the four previous seasons, the Boston Bruins had owned first place in the Adams Division. This season saw the Buffalo Sabres de-thron...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Jesus 1979 Film: Encyclopedia Ii - Jesus 1979 Film - Translating The Jesus Film
Unlike a majority of other films, the process of translating The Jesus Film is not a simple matter of overdubbing. Months of painstaking ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979-80 Nba Season: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979-80 Nba Season - Final Standings
- NBA Champions ... See also:1979-80 NBA season, 1979-80 NBA season - Notable Occurences, 1979-80 NBA season - Final Standings, 1979...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Nfl Playoffs 1979-80: Encyclopedia Ii - Nfl Playoffs 1979-80 - Wild Card Playoffs
NFL playoffs 1979-80 - December 23 1979. at Houston Astrodome, Houston, Texas The Oilers defense shut down the Broncos offense as Ho...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Fianna Fáil Leadership Election 1979: Encyclopedia Ii - Fianna Fáil Leadership Election 1979 - Candidates
Fianna Fáil leadership election 1979 - Standing. Charles J. Haughey, Minister for Health & Social Welfare George Colley, Minister...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Cambodia 1979-present: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Cambodia 1979-present - The People's Republic Of Kampuchea The Vietnamese Occupation
On January 10, 1979, the Vietnamese installed Heng Samrin as head of state in the new People's Republic of Kampuchea (PRK). The Vietnames...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Cambodia 1979-present: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Cambodia 1979-present - Recent Developments
Compared to its recent past, the 1993-2003 period has been one of relative stability for Cambodia. However, political violence continues ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Music: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Music - Chronological Table Of Us And Uk Number One Hit Singles
"Too Much Heaven" - Bee Gees (2) "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy" - Rod Stewart (4) "I Will Survive" - Gloria Gaynor (3) "Tragedy" - Bee Gees (2) ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Nicaragua: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Nicaragua - The Somozas 1936 - 1979
History of Nicaragua - Anastasio Somoza García's rule. With US support Anastasio Somoza García outmaneuvered his political opponents,...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Timeline Of Computing 1950-1979: Encyclopedia Ii - Timeline Of Computing 1950-1979 - 1960s
Algol - first structured, procedural, programming language to be released. Compiler compiler - The first compiler compiler is released. T...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Cambodia 1979-present: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Cambodia 1979-present - Peace Efforts And The Free Elections
From July 30 to August 30, 1989, representatives of 18 countries, the four Cambodian parties, and the UN Secretary General met in Paris i...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Timeline Of Computing 1950-1979: Encyclopedia Ii - Timeline Of Computing 1950-1979 - 1970s
First dynamic RAM chip introduced by Intel. It was called the 1103 and had a capacity of 1 K-bit, 1024 bits. Development of UNIX operatin...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Hafizullah Amin: Encyclopedia Ii - Hafizullah Amin - President Of The Republic September 1979 – December 1979
His rule was notable for its brutality. The Soviets admitted that perhaps 500 PDPA members had forfeited their lives. Amin now assumed le...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Timeline Of Computing 1950-1979: Encyclopedia Ii - Timeline Of Computing 1950-1979 - 1950s
Estimate that there are 100 computers in the world. Magnetic core memory developed. FORTRAN (FORmula TRANslation) development started by ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Dodge Magnum: Encyclopedia Ii - Dodge Magnum - 1978-1979
The 1978 and 1979 Dodge Magnum in the United States and Canada was a rebadged Chrysler Cordoba. The Magnum replaced the Charger in Dodge'...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Uganda: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Uganda - Uganda Since 1979
Main article: Uganda since 1979 After Amin's removal, the Uganda National Liberation Front formed an interim government with Yusuf Lule a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - 1979 In Aviation: Encyclopedia Ii - 1979 In Aviation - First Flights
March March 9 - Dassault Mirage 4000 March 22 - CP-140 Aurora April April 10 - Westland WG.30 July July 24 - Bell XV-15 November N...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Gene Amdahl: Encyclopedia Ii - Gene Amdahl - 1979–now: Entrepreneur
Amdahl left his namesake company in August 1979 to set up Trilogy Systems. With over US$200 million in funds Trilogy was aimed at designi...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Hayedeh: Encyclopedia Ii - Hayedeh - The 1979 Revolution And Immigration To The West
Shortly before the Iranian Revolution in 1978, Hayedeh emigrated to the United Kingdom. She moved on to the United States in 1982 to cont...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - American Flyer: Encyclopedia Ii - American Flyer - Lionel 1979-present
In May 1967, Lionel Corporation announced it had purchased the American Flyer name and tooling even though it was teetering on the brink ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Fairport Convention: Encyclopedia Ii - Fairport Convention - History: 1967-1979
Fairport Convention played its first concert in a church hall in May 1967. Based in suburban north London, the group had coalesced around...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Mercury Cougar: Encyclopedia Ii - Mercury Cougar - 1974–1979
For 1974, the Cougar was shifted onto a new platform and into a new market as a personal luxury car. It now shared a chassis with the lar...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Buick Skylark: Encyclopedia Ii - Buick Skylark - 1975-1979
The Skylark nameplate was revived in 1975 on the GM X-body platform as a 2-door coupe. The 4-door sedan version was badged as the Buick A...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - J. James Exon: Encyclopedia Ii - J. James Exon - Senator From Nebraska 1979-1997
Exon's popularity as Governor carried over to his 1978 campaign to be elected as a US Senator as he was elected with 68 per cent of the v...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - J. James Exon: Encyclopedia Ii - J. James Exon - Governor Of Nebraska 1971-1979
Exon's first bid for public office was his successful campaign for the Governor of Nebraska defeating incumbent Republican Norbert Tieman...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Maserati Quattroporte: Encyclopedia Ii - Maserati Quattroporte - Quattroporte Iii 4porte 1976 – 1979 Quattroporte 1979 – 1990
In 1976, Giorgetto Giugiaro presented two ItalDesign show cars on Maserati platforms, called the Medici I and Medici II. The latter in pa...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Nicaragua: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Nicaragua - Sandinista Period 1979 - 1990
As Somoza's government collapsed, the U.S. helped Somoza and National Guard commanders escape, Somoza fleeing to exile in Miami. The rebe...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Charles Haughey: Encyclopedia Ii - Charles Haughey - Taoiseach 1979-1981
When Haughey came to power the country was sinking into a deep economic crisis. Haughey effectively acted as his own Minister for Finance...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Nicaragua: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Nicaragua - Sandinista Insurrection 1961 - 1979
see Sandinista National Liberation Front A major turning point was the December 1972 Managua earthquake that left 500,000 homeless. A gre...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ford Ranchero: Encyclopedia Ii - Ford Ranchero - 1977-1979
With the Torino ending production after 1976, the Ranchero needed a new platform. This was found in the somewhat unlikely guise of the Fo...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Khalq: Encyclopedia Ii - Khalq - Pdpa-khalq And The Saur Revolution April 1979 - April 1992
The 'Saur Revolution, as the new government labeled its coup d'etat (after the month in the Islamic calendar in which it occurred), was a...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Jack Lynch: Encyclopedia Ii - Jack Lynch - Taoiseach 1977-1979
Early on in his second term as Taoiseach, Lynch decided that he would not lead Fianna Fáil into another general election campaign. The d...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Lyndon Larouche: Encyclopedia Ii - Lyndon Larouche - 1971–1979
On December 2, 1971 LaRouche engaged in a spirited debate with leading Keynesian economist Abba Lerner at Queens College, in New York Cit...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Francis Ford Coppola: Encyclopedia Ii - Francis Ford Coppola - Career: 1979 To Present
Following the success of The Godfather and its sequel, Coppola set about filming Apocalypse Now, an ambitious version of Joseph Conrad's ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Bonanno Crime Family: Encyclopedia Ii - Bonanno Crime Family - Phillip Rastelli: 1979-1985
After the death of Galante, Phillip Rastelli returned as leader, expanding the family operations to include front businesses from restaur...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Sibghatullah Mojadeddi: Encyclopedia Ii - Sibghatullah Mojadeddi - The Soviet Invasion 1979 - 1989
In 1979 he founded the Afghan National Liberation Front, an islamic, traditionnal party . Although his party's military might remained ma...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Francis Ford Coppola: Encyclopedia Ii - Francis Ford Coppola - Career: 1979 To Present
Following the success of The Godfather and its sequel, Coppola set about filming Apocalypse Now, an ambitious version of Joseph Conrad's ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Beat The Clock: Encyclopedia Ii - Beat The Clock - 1979 Format
In this format, two couples competed again against each other & the clock. Beat the Clock - Rounds 1 & 2. In rounds one & t...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - International League: Encyclopedia Ii - International League - 1970-1979
A new stadium in Norfolk, Virginia featured 1970, and provided the showcase for the International League All-Stars 4-3 victory over the B...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Larry Bird: Encyclopedia Ii - Larry Bird - 1979-1981: Early Nba Career
The Boston Celtics selected Bird as their first-round draft pick in 1978, even though they were uncertain whether he would play his senio...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - U.s.-iran Relations: Encyclopedia Ii - U.s.-iran Relations - The 1979 Revolution
In 1979 Iranians revolted and the Shah was ousted for a second time. Ayatollah Khomeni became Iran's new leader, and soon began issuing v...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Charles Haughey: Encyclopedia Ii - Charles Haughey - Haughey's First Government, December 1979-june 1981
Charles Haughey - Changes. January 21, 1980: Michael O'Kennedy resigns as Minister for Economic Planning & development and becomes...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - George Voinovich: Encyclopedia Ii - George Voinovich - 1979 Cleveland Mayoral Election
By 1979, elections in Cleveland were nonpartisan, and with the then-present administration of Dennis J. Kucinich about to enter a tough r...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Volkswagen Polo: Encyclopedia Ii - Volkswagen Polo - Mk I 1975-1979
The Mk I Polo, a badge engineered version of the Audi 50, was introduced in 1975. The differences between the Audi and VW models were min...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Toyota Supra: Encyclopedia Ii - Toyota Supra - Toyota Celica Supra Mk 1 1979-1981
The first generation Supra was based largely upon the Toyota Celica liftback, but was longer by 5.1 inches (doors and rear section same l...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Military History Of Iraq: Encyclopedia Ii - Military History Of Iraq - Saddam Hussein 1979-2003
Saddam Hussein came to power as President of Iraq in 1979. Military history of Iraq - Iran-Iraq War. Main article: Iran-Iraq War Ira...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Charles Haughey: Encyclopedia Ii - Charles Haughey - Haughey's First Government December 1979-june 1981
Charles Haughey - Changes. January 21, 1980: Michael O'Kennedy resigns as Minister for Economic Planning & development and becomes...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Jack Lynch: Encyclopedia Ii - Jack Lynch - Third Cabinet July 1977-december 1979
Jack Lynch - Changes. None ... See also:Jack Lynch, Jack Lynch - Early and Private Life, Jack Lynch - Sporting Career, Jack Lynch - P...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Blackhawk California: Encyclopedia Ii - Blackhawk California - Blackhawk Ranch 1917 To 1979
(All 1917 to 1979 information is from "Blackhawk & The Mountain–A Twentieth Century History," an article in the Fall 1998 issue of ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Cambodia: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Cambodia - Democratic Kampuchea 1975-1979
Immediately after its victory, the CPK ordered the evacuation of all cities and towns, sending the complete urban population out into the...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Thatcher Ministry: Encyclopedia Ii - Thatcher Ministry - Cabinet May 1979–september 1981
Thatcher Ministry - Changes. January 1981: Francis Pym succeeds Norman St John-Stevas as Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. Pym suc...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ronald Wilson: Encyclopedia Ii - Ronald Wilson - High Court Justice 1979-1989
The Fraser Government appointed Wilson to the High Court of Australia. He was the first member of the High Court from Western Australia. ...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Janata Party: Encyclopedia Ii - Janata Party - Charan Singh Administration 1979-80
Retaining enough coalition partners, Charan Singh was sworn in as the new Prime Minister in June, as leader of the BLD and the new Janata...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Modern Spain: Encyclopedia Ii - Modern Spain - The Dissolution Of Ucd And The 23-f 1979-1982
On November 1978, information services had been alerted to a possible coup d'etat whose objective was to form a "National Salvation" gove...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Ford Cortina: Encyclopedia Ii - Ford Cortina - Mk Iv 1976–1979
This Cortina had a conservative square-shaped style, this time imitating the Opel Rekord D, but this was largely appreciated by fleet buy...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Cal Tjader: Encyclopedia Ii - Cal Tjader - Final Years 1979 To 1982
Carl Jefferson, president of Concord Records, created a subsidiary label called Concord Picante to market Latin jazz. In reality, Jeffers...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Buick Riviera: Encyclopedia Ii - Buick Riviera - Fifth Generation 1979-1985
1979 saw the debut of the first front wheel drive Riviera on a trimmer, 114 in. (2896 mm) wheelbase, now sharing its mechanical design an...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of The Israel Defense Forces: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of The Israel Defense Forces - 1979-1981
In 1979 the first Israeli-made Merkava Mk1 main battle tank entered into service. The tank was fully developed and manufactured by Israel...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - History Of Chad: Encyclopedia Ii - History Of Chad - Civil War 1979-82
Internal dissent within the government led the Prime Minister Habré to send his forces against Malloum's national army in the capital in...   » Read the article