What happened on Tuesday June 03, 1980?

Here's what happened on June 03, 1980:

• False Nuclear Attack Warning A critical computer communications device failure at North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Air Force command posts worldwide triggered sporadic warning messages suggesting a Soviet nuclear attack was imminent, causing potential moments of extreme tension.
• Jimmy Carter's Presidential Renomination President Jimmy Carter secured enough delegates to win renomination for the Democratic Party's presidential ticket, positioning himself for re-election in the 1980 presidential race.
• Grand Island Tornado Outbreak A devastating tornado outbreak struck Grand Island, Nebraska, causing catastrophic damage estimated at $300 million (equivalent to $1.066 billion in 2022). The severe weather event resulted in five fatalities and widespread destruction across the region.
• Statue of Liberty Bombing Incident An explosive device was detonated at the Statue of Liberty, with the FBI suspecting Croatian nationalist involvement. This terrorist act targeted one of America's most iconic national monuments, raising significant security concerns.
• Darryl Strawberry MLB Draft The New York Mets selected 18-year-old Darryl Strawberry as their first-round draft pick, a decision that would prove pivotal for the team's future success.
• ESPN Begins College World Series Coverage ESPN launched its first television broadcast of the College World Series, marking a significant moment in sports media and expanding national coverage of collegiate baseball.
• Soyuz 36 Mission Completion The crew of Soyuz 36 successfully returned to Earth aboard Soyuz 35, completing their space mission and contributing to Soviet space exploration efforts.

Events in 1980

June 03, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 03, 1980

Newspapers from Jun. 03, 1980

June 03, 1980 was a Tuesday and it was the 155th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 03, 1980 can also be written as 6/3/1980 in the US and as 3/6/1980 in UK and Europe.

June 03, 1980 in June 1980 calendar

Famous people born on June 03, 1980:

• Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani

  Emir of Qatar since 2013, leader of the State of Qatar and influential figure in Middle Eastern politics.

• Amauri

  Brazilian-Italian professional footballer who played for several clubs in Italy, known for his striking abilities.

• Amauri Carvalho de Oliveira

  Brazilian footballer, same person as other Amauri entries.

• Nanette Drazic

Famous people born in 1980

Famous people born on June 3rd

Famous people died on June 03, 1980:

• Michelangelo Pira

Famous people who died in 1980

Famous people who died on June 3rd

June 03, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 03, 1980 was Funkytown by Lipps, Inc., according to the music chart for the week June 2nd and June 8th.

1. Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown
2. Paul McCartney - Coming Up (Live At Glasgow)
3. Paul McCartney - Coming Up
4. Ambrosia - Biggest Part Of Me
5. Kenny Rogers - Don't Fall In Love With A Dreamer

June 03, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 03, 1980 was Crying by Don McLean, according to the music chart for the week June 2nd and June 8th.

1. Don McLean - Crying
2. MASH - Theme From 'M*A*S*H' (Suicide is Painless)
3. Lipps Inc - Funky Town
4. Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway - Back Together Again
5. Hot Chocolate - No Doubt About It

June 03, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 03, 1980 was Let's Get Serious by Jermaine Jackson, according to the music chart for the week June 2nd and June 8th.

1. Jermaine Jackson - Let's Get Serious
2. Lipps, Inc. - Funkytown
3. Stephanie Mills - Sweet Sensation
4. The Manhattans - Shining Star
5. The Whispers - Lady

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 3rd is Gemini.

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Babies born in June are either Gemini or Cancer. People born before June 20th are Gemini, while people born from June 21st have the sign of Cancer.

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June 03, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 03, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 03, 1980 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 03, 1980 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 June 03, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 66% full, rising at 11:38 pm and setting at 11:03 am.

The previous full moon was on May 29, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Jun 28, 1980.

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Your place in the Universe on June 03, 1980

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Someone born on June 03, 1980 is:

44 years 11 months old,

or 539 months and 11 days old,

or 2345 weeks and 1 day old,

or 16416 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 03, 1980?

There are 20 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday June 3rd 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 03, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on June 03, 1980.

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