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1975 Tropical Ephemeris

What happened in January 1975

• January 1, 1975: John N. Mitchell, H. R. Haldeman, and John Ehrlichman convicted in Watergate scandal, leading to Nixon's resignation.
• January 2, 1975: Federal Rules of Evidence standardized evidence admissibility in U.S. federal courts, ensuring consistent trial procedures.
• January 5, 1975: Tasman Bridge disaster in Australia caused by ship collision, resulting in 12 deaths and bridge reconstruction.
• January 10, 1975: Soyuz 17 mission to Salyut 4 space station achieved record-breaking space endurance, advancing space exploration.
• January 15, 1975: Alvor Agreement granted independence to Angola from Portugal, ending colonial rule and shaping regional dynamics.
• January 20, 1975: North Vietnam's Politburo approved final offensive against South Vietnam, leading to the fall of Saigon and the end of the Vietnam War.
• January 24, 1975: Keith Jarrett's solo improvisation The Köln Concert became the best-selling piano recording, showcasing his innovative approach to jazz music.
• February 4, 1975: The Haicheng earthquake, the first successfully predicted earthquake, resulted in 2,041 deaths and 27,538 injuries in Haicheng, Liaoning, China. This event marked a significant advancement in earthquake prediction and preparedness.
• February 5, 1975: Argentine president Isabel Peron initiates Operativo Independencia, aiming to suppress subversive elements in Tucuman province. This operation led to widespread human rights abuses and disappearances, exacerbating political tensions in Argentina.
• February 11, 1975: Margaret Thatcher becomes the first female leader of a political party in Britain after defeating Edward Heath for the leadership of the Conservative Party. Thatcher's election marked a turning point in British politics and her policies would have a profound impact on the country.
• February 27, 1975: The 2 June Movement, a militant left-wing group, kidnaps West German politician Peter Lorenz. Lorenz was released on March 4 after the kidnappers' demands were met. This event highlighted the growing threat of political violence in West Germany.
• February 28, 1975: A major tube train crash occurs at Moorgate station in London, resulting in 43 fatalities. This tragic incident led to improvements in safety measures and regulations for underground rail systems.
• March 1, 1975: Aston Villa won the Football League Cup at Wembley, defeating Norwich City 1-0 in the final.
• March 4, 1975: For the first time, a Canadian parliamentary committee was televised.
• March 6, 1975: Iran and Iraq announced a settlement in their border dispute in the Algiers Accord.
• March 9, 1975: Construction of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System commenced.
• March 10, 1975: North Vietnamese troops attacked Ban Mê Thuột, South Vietnam, en route to capturing Saigon.
• March 11, 1975: The leftist military government in Portugal successfully defended against a rightist coup attempt led by former president António de Spínola.
• March 13, 1975: South Vietnam President Nguyễn Văn Thiệu ordered the evacuation of the Central Highlands, resulting in a mass exodus of troops and civilians known as the Convoy of Tears.
• March 15, 1975: In Brazil, Guanabara State merged into Rio de Janeiro State, with the state capital shifting from Niterói to Rio de Janeiro.
• March 22, 1975: The Netherlands won the 20th Eurovision Song Contest with the song Ding-a-dong by Teach-In.
• March 25, 1975: King Faisal of Saudi Arabia was assassinated by his nephew.
• March 27, 1975: The South African government announced the consolidation of 113 homeland areas into 36.
• March 28, 1975: A fire in the maternity wing of Kučić Hospital in Rijeka, Yugoslavia (now Croatia), resulted in 25 fatalities.
• March 31, 1975: Süleyman Demirel of the Justice Party formed the new four-party coalition government of Turkey, known as the First National Front.
• April 4, 1975: Vietnam War: The first military Operation Babylift flight, C5A 80218, crashes 27 minutes after takeoff, killing 138 on board; 176 survive the crash.\n\nOperation Babylift was a humanitarian mission to evacuate children from South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The first flight of the operation crashed shortly after takeoff, killing 138 people, including 78 children. The crash was a major tragedy and led to questions about the safety of the operation. Despite the tragedy, Operation Babylift continued and eventually evacuated over 2,000 children from South Vietnam.
• May 2, 1975: Khmer Rouge raids on Vietnamese towns leading to the Cambodian-Vietnamese War.
• May 3, 1975: West Ham United wins FA Cup, beating Fulham 2-0 in the final. Bobby Moore plays for Fulham.
• May 6, 1975: South Africa announces free and compulsory education for Black children.
• May 15, 1975: Mayaguez incident: US Navy and Marines rescue American merchant ship seized by Cambodia; 38 Americans killed.
• May 16, 1975: Sikkim accedes to India after a referendum, abolishing the Chogyal monarchy.
• May 25, 1975: Bobby Unser wins Indianapolis 500 for a second time in a rain-shortened race.
• May 27, 1975: Dibbles Bridge coach crash in North Yorkshire, UK, results in 32 deaths, the highest toll in a UK road accident.
• May 28, 1975: Fifteen West African countries sign Treaty of Lagos, creating the Economic Community of West African States.
• June 5, 1975: The Suez Canal opens for the first time since the Six-Day War.\n\nThe reopening of the Suez Canal was significant as it restored a vital trade route between Europe and Asia, boosting global trade and economies.
• June 6, 1975: The Georgetown Agreement, formally creating the ACP Group, is signed.\n\nThe Georgetown Agreement established the African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) Group, a political and economic alliance of developing countries, strengthening cooperation and trade relations among its members.
• June 7, 1975: The first Cricket World Cup, 1975 Cricket World Cup is held in England with West Indies defeating Australia in the final.\n\nThe inaugural Cricket World Cup marked a milestone in international cricket, bringing together top teams from around the world to compete for the title, increasing the sport's popularity and global reach.
• June 9, 1975: The Order of Australia is awarded for the first time.\n\nThe Order of Australia recognizes and honors Australian citizens for their outstanding achievements and service to the nation, promoting national unity and pride.
• June 11, 1975: After a referendum and seven years of military rule, modern-day Greece is established as the Hellenic Republic.\n\nThe establishment of the Hellenic Republic marked Greece's transition from military rule to a democratic system of government, restoring civil liberties and paving the way for Greece's eventual membership in the European Union.
• June 25, 1975: Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declares a state of emergency in India, suspending civil liberties and elections.\n\nThe declaration of emergency in India by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was a controversial move that raised concerns about the erosion of democratic rights and civil liberties in the country, leading to widespread protests and political instability.
• July 1, 1975: The Postmaster-General's Department was divided into the Australian Telecommunications Commission (trading as Telecom Australia) and the Australian Postal Commission (trading as Australia Post).
• July 4, 1975: A terrorist attack in downtown Jerusalem, known as the Zion Square refrigerator bombing, killed 15 civilians and injured 77.
• July 5, 1975: Cape Verde gained independence after 500 years of Portuguese rule.
• July 6, 1975: The Comoros declared and was granted independence from France.
• July 9, 1975: The National Assembly of Senegal passed a law that would allow for a multi-party system, although with significant restrictions.
• July 12, 1975: São Tomé and Príncipe declared independence from Portugal.
• July 17, 1975: The Apollo–Soyuz Test Project marked the first link-up between spacecraft from the United States and the Soviet Union, with a crewed American Apollo spacecraft and a crewed Soviet Soyuz spacecraft docking in orbit.
• August 1, 1975: The Helsinki Accords, officially recognizing Europe's national borders and human rights, are signed in Finland, promoting peace and cooperation in the region.
• August 8, 1975: The Banqiao Dam in China's Henan Province fails due to Typhoon Nina, resulting in catastrophic flooding and the loss of over 200,000 lives, highlighting the importance of disaster preparedness and infrastructure safety.
• August 11, 1975: Governor Mário Lemos Pires of Portuguese East Timor abandons the capital Dili, following a coup and the outbreak of civil war between UDT and Fretilin, leading to political instability and violence in the region.
• August 15, 1975: Founder President Sheikh Mujibur Rahman of Bangladesh is assassinated during a coup led by Major Syed Faruque Rahman, resulting in political turmoil and instability in the country.
• August 20, 1975: NASA launches the Viking 1 planetary probe toward Mars as part of the Viking program, marking a significant milestone in space exploration and the search for life on other planets.
• August 24, 1975: Officers responsible for the military coup in Greece in 1967 are sentenced to death in Athens, later commuted to life imprisonment, highlighting the consequences of authoritarian rule and the importance of upholding democratic principles.
• August 25, 1975: The Victoria Falls Conference between Rhodesian Prime Minister Ian Smith and the United African National Council is held, officiated by Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda and South African Prime Minister John Vorster, aimed at resolving the Rhodesian conflict and promoting peace and stability in the region.
• September 5, 1975: Lynette Fromme's attempted assassination of U.S. President Gerald Ford highlights the importance of presidential security and the role of the Secret Service in protecting the head of state. It also sheds light on the potential consequences of political extremism and the need for vigilance against such threats.
• September 6, 1975: The devastating earthquake in Diyarbakır and Lice, Turkey, underscores the vulnerability of seismic-prone regions and the need for earthquake preparedness and disaster response measures. It also highlights the importance of international cooperation in providing aid and support to affected areas.
• September 14, 1975: The slashing of Rembrandt's painting The Night Watch emphasizes the importance of preserving cultural heritage and the need for adequate security measures in museums and galleries. It also raises questions about the motivations behind such acts of vandalism and the impact they have on the cultural and historical significance of artworks.
• September 15, 1975: The division of the French department of Corse into Haute-Corse and Corse-du-Sud reflects the administrative and political complexities of governing a region with distinct cultural and historical identities. It highlights the challenges of balancing local autonomy with national unity and the need for effective governance structures that can address the diverse needs and aspirations of different regions.
• October 1, 1975: Muhammad Ali defeated Joe Frazier in the boxing match "Thrilla in Manila", which was viewed by over 100 million people worldwide, showcasing Ali's resilience and the sport's global reach.
• October 14, 1975: The South African Defence Force's invasion of Angola during Operation Savannah aimed to support FNLA and UNITA before the Angolan elections, highlighting the regional tensions and Cold War dynamics.
• October 16, 1975: The tragic deaths of the "Balibo Five", Australian television journalists, at the hands of Indonesian Army special forces during the buildup to the Indonesian invasion of East Timor, brought attention to the ongoing conflict and human rights abuses.
• October 30, 1975: Juan Carlos I of Spain assumed the role of acting head of state as General Francisco Franco's illness prevented him from governing, marking the beginning of Spain's transition to democracy after the Spanish Civil War.
• October 31, 1975: The Racial Discrimination Act 1975, enacted in Australia, aimed to combat racial discrimination and promote equality, contributing to the country's efforts towards social justice and inclusivity.
• November 6, 1975: The Green March begins: 300,000 unarmed Moroccans converge on the southern city of Tarfaya and wait for a signal from King Hassan II of Morocco to cross into Western Sahara.\n\n**Importance:** It marked the beginning of Morocco's annexation of Western Sahara, a disputed territory.\n\n**Future Developments:** The conflict over Western Sahara remains unresolved, with Morocco maintaining de facto control over most of the territory and the Polisario Front, a Sahrawi nationalist movement, seeking independence.
• November 7, 1975: A vapor cloud explosion at a petroleum cracking facility in Geleen, Netherlands, leaves 14 dead and 109 injured, with fires lasting for five days.\n\n**Importance:** It was one of the worst industrial accidents in Dutch history.\n\n**Future Developments:** The disaster led to stricter safety regulations for chemical plants in the Netherlands.
• November 10, 1975: United Nations General Assembly Resolution 3379: By a vote of 72–35 (with 32 abstentions), the United Nations General Assembly approves a resolution equating Zionism with racism. The resolution provokes an outcry among Jews around the world. It is repealed in 1991.\n\n**Importance:** It was a controversial resolution that further strained relations between Israel and the Arab world.\n\n**Future Developments:** The resolution was repealed in 1991, but the issue of Zionism and racism remains a contentious one.
• November 11, 1975: Angola becomes independent from Portugal and civil war erupts.\n\n**Importance:** It marked the end of Portuguese colonial rule in Angola, but the country was plunged into a civil war that lasted for decades.\n\n**Future Developments:** The Angolan Civil War ended in 2002, but the country continues to face challenges related to poverty, inequality, and corruption.
• November 12, 1975: The Comoros joins the United Nations.\n\n**Importance:** It marked the Comoros's admission to the United Nations, a major milestone in its history.\n\n**Future Developments:** The Comoros remains a member of the United Nations and participates in various UN agencies and programs.
• November 14, 1975: Madrid Accords: Spain agrees to hand over power of the Spanish Sahara to Morocco and Mauritania by the end of February 1976.\n\n**Importance:** It paved the way for the partition of Western Sahara between Morocco and Mauritania.\n\n**Future Developments:** The Madrid Accords did not resolve the conflict over Western Sahara, which continues to this day.
• November 15, 1975: The Group of 6 industrialized nations (G-6) is formed and held its 1st summit at the Château de Rambouillet in France.\n\n**Importance:** It marked the creation of the G6, a group of industrialized countries that would later become the G7.\n\n**Future Developments:** The G6 evolved into the G7 in 1976, with the addition of Canada, and has continued to play a significant role in global economic and political affairs.
• November 16, 1975: Beginning of the Third Cod War between UK and Iceland, which lasts until June 1976.\n\n**Importance:** It was a dispute over fishing rights in the waters around Iceland.\n\n**Future Developments:** The Third Cod War ended in 1976 with an agreement between the UK and Iceland on fishing quotas.
• November 19, 1975: The United States Congress approves the Clark Amendment, ending aid to the FNLA and UNITA.\n\n**Importance:** It cut off US military aid to two anti-communist rebel groups in Angola.\n\n**Future Developments:** The Clark Amendment was repealed in 1985, allowing the US to resume military aid to UNITA.
• November 22, 1975: Juan Carlos is declared King of Spain following the death of General Francisco Franco; he would reign until his abdication in 2014.\n\n**Importance:** It marked the beginning of Juan Carlos's reign as King of Spain.\n\n**Future Developments:** Juan Carlos abdicated in 2014 in favor of his son, Felipe VI.
• December 2, 1975: Pathet Lao takes over Vientiane, defeats Kingdom of Laos, ends Laotian Civil War, begins Insurgency in Laos, which lasted until 2022.
• December 3, 1975: Jacques Cousteau finds wreck of HMHS Britannic, sunk by mine in 1916.
• December 7, 1975: Indonesia invades East Timor, occupation continues until 1999, U.N. peacekeepers take control until 2002.
• December 13, 1975: Liberal/National Country Coalition led by Malcolm Fraser defeats Labor government led by Gough Whitlam in Australian federal election.
• December 18, 1975: Algerian president Houari Boumediene orders expulsion of all Moroccans from Algeria.
• December 21, 1975: Six people, including Carlos the Jackal, kidnap delegates of OPEC conference in Vienna.
• December 29, 1975: Bomb explosion at LaGuardia Airport in New York City kills 11 people.