Exosat observations of the 5 March 1979 gamma-ray burst source location (GBS 0526-66)

A two day observation of the March 5, 1979 gamma-ray burst location (GBS 0526-66) with the European X-ray satellite Exosat is reported. These observations were performed on December 30, 1984 and January 3, 1985 in coordination with a worldwide burst watch of this location by a variety of instruments sensitive in the optical, radio, and X-ray wavelength ranges. No bursts were seen by Exosat.