What happened on Saturday May 01, 1982?

About May 1st, 1982, in brief:

  • Historical events: During the Falklands War, the British nuclear submarine HMS Conqueror sinks the Argentine cruiser General Belgrano in the South Atlantic, resulting in the deaths of 323 Argentine sailors. This controversial naval engagement was a significant escalation in the conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom.
  • Day of the week: May 1st, 1982 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: First Quarter
  • #1 US song: I Love Rock 'N Roll by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
  • #1 UK song: Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder
  • Popular movie: Banana Joe directed by Steno

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May 01, 1982: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on May 01, 1982:

  • Sinking of the ARA General Belgrano During the Falklands War, the British nuclear submarine HMS Conqueror sinks the Argentine cruiser General Belgrano in the South Atlantic, resulting in the deaths of 323 Argentine sailors. This controversial naval engagement was a significant escalation in the conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom.
  • RAF Vulcan Bombing of Stanley Airport A Royal Air Force Avro Vulcan bomber launches a long-distance bombing raid on Stanley Airport in the Falkland Islands from Ascension Island, marking a critical moment in the Falklands War military operations.
  • 108th Kentucky Derby Ed Delahoussaye rides Gato Del Sol to victory in the 108th Kentucky Derby, completing the race in a time of 2:02.4 at Churchill Downs.
  • Launch of The Weather Channel The Weather Channel makes its debut on cable television, introducing a dedicated platform for comprehensive weather information and forecasting.
  • 1982 World's Fair Opens in Knoxville Over 100,000 people attend the opening day of the 1982 World's Fair in Knoxville, Tennessee. President Ronald Reagan delivers the opening address, highlighting the event's national significance.
  • Remembering William Primrose Commemorating William Primrose, a renowned Scottish violist who was born in 1903 and made significant contributions to classical music.
  • NHL Playoffs: Islanders Defeat Nordiques In the NHL semifinals, the New York Islanders defeat the Quebec Nordiques 5-4 in overtime, taking a 3-0 series lead.

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May 01, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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What day of the week was May 01, 1982?


May 01, 1982 was a Saturday and it was the 121st day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 01, 1982 can also be written as 5/1/1982 in the US and as 1/5/1982 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on May 01, 1982?


Famous people born on May 01, 1982:

  • Jamie Dornan
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  • Kirsten Dunst

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May 01, 1982: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on May 01, 1982:

  • William Primrose

    Renowned Scottish violist and violinist who was considered one of the most distinguished viola players of the 20th century, known for his...

  • Gene Sheldon

    American actor known for his role in Zorro, who passed away at age 72.

  • Margaret Sheridan
  • Fratelli Stenberg
  • Walther Wenck
  • Gyula Kertész
  • Bruno Fassina
  • Aniello La Monica

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May 01, 1982: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on May 01, 1982 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 26th and May 2nd. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

May 01, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 01, 1982 was I Love Rock 'N Roll by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

  1. - I Love Rock 'N Roll youtube
  2. - Chariots Of Fire - Titles youtube
  3. - Ebony And Ivory youtube
  4. - Freeze-Frame youtube
  5. - Don't Talk To Strangers youtube

May 01, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 01, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

  1. - Ebony And Ivory youtube
  2. - A Little Peace youtube
  3. - I Won't Let You Down youtube
  4. - Only You youtube
  5. - House Of Fun youtube

May 01, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 01, 1982 was If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another by Richard "Dimples" Fields, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

  1. - If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another
  2. - That Girl youtube
  3. - Circles
  4. - Get Down On It youtube
  5. - The Gigolo
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May 01, 1982: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 1st is Taurus.

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May 01, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 01, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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May 01, 1982: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on May 01, 1982 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 01, 1982 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 May 01, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 01:21 pm and setting at 03:33 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 08, 1982 while the next full moon would come on May 08, 1982.

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How old is someone born on May 01, 1982?


Someone born on May 01, 1982 is:

43 years and 13 days old,

or 516 months and 13 days old,

or 2245 weeks and 4 days old,

or 15719 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 01, 1982?

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