What happened on Saturday August 01, 1987?

Here's what happened on August 01, 1987:

• Operation Tidal Wave in World War II Operation Tidal Wave was a critical Allied bombing mission conducted by the United States Army Air Forces, targeting strategic oil refineries in Ploiești, Romania, to disrupt Axis fuel supplies during World War II.
• Harriet Quimby: Pioneering Female Aviator Harriet Quimby made history by becoming the first U.S. woman to earn an Aero Club of America aviator's certificate, breaking gender barriers in early aviation and inspiring future generations of female pilots.
• Mike Tyson Becomes Undisputed Boxing Champion Mike Tyson defeated Tony Tucker, consolidating his status as the undisputed heavyweight boxing champion and further cementing his legendary status in professional boxing.
• Vietnam Veterans Leadership Milestone Nurse Mary R. Stout was elected as the chairperson of Vietnam Veterans of America, marking a significant moment of leadership and recognition for veterans' advocacy.
• Yorkshire Day Celebration Yorkshire Day is an annual celebration held on August 1st to honor the rich history and cultural heritage of the historic county of Yorkshire in England, promoting regional pride and tradition.
• Crossbow Flight Record Set in Nevada Harry Drake established a remarkable crossbow flight record, achieving a distance of 2,005 yards, 1 foot, and 9 inches in Nevada, demonstrating exceptional precision and skill in archery technology.

Events in 1987

August 01, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 01, 1987

Newspapers from Aug. 01, 1987

August 01, 1987 was a Saturday and it was the 213th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 01, 1987 can also be written as 8/1/1987 in the US and as 1/8/1987 in UK and Europe.

August 01, 1987 in August 1987 calendar

Famous people born on August 01, 1987:

• Rumi Hîragi

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Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on August 1st

Famous people died on August 01, 1987:

• Pola Negri

Famous people who died in 1987

Famous people who died on August 1st

August 01, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 01, 1987 was Shakedown by Bob Seger, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

1. Bob Seger - Shakedown
2. U2 - I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
3. Heart - Alone
4. George Michael - I Want Your Sex
5. Gloria Estefan - Rhythm Is Gonna Get You

August 01, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 01, 1987 was It's A Sin by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

1. Pet Shop Boys - It's A Sin
2. Bruce Willis - Under The Boardwalk
3. Madonna - Who's That Girl
4. Atlantic Starr - Always
5. Terence Trent D'Arby - Wishing Well

August 01, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 01, 1987 was Fake by Alexander O'Neal, according to the music chart for the week July 27th and August 2nd.

1. Alexander O'Neal - Fake
2. Regina Belle - Show Me The Way
3. Janet Jackson - The Pleasure Principle
4. Lillo Thomas - I'm In Love
5. Freddie Jackson - Jam Tonight

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 1st is Leo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 01, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 01, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 01, 1987 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 01, 1987 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on August 01, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 43% full, rising at 12:28 pm and setting at 11:17 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 11, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Aug 09, 1987.

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Your place in the Universe on August 01, 1987

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Someone born on August 01, 1987 is:

37 years 9 months old,

or 453 months and 13 days old,

or 1971 weeks and 4 days old,

or 13801 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 01, 1987?

There are 79 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday August 1st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 01, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 01, 1987.

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