1978

In 1978, several significant events shaped history and culture. It was the year the Camp David Accords were signed, leading to peace between Egypt and Israel. The Jonestown tragedy occurred, where over 900 people died in a mass murder-suicide. The birth of the first test-tube baby, Louise Brown, marked advances in reproductive technology. Star Wars (Episode IV) was released, becoming a blockbuster film. In technology, the first Garfield comic strip appeared. Economically, many countries faced inflation and energy crises. Politically, Margaret Thatcher became the UK’s first female Prime Minister. Overall, 1978 was marked by major political, scientific, and cultural developments.