What happened on Wednesday, August 5, 1981?

Here's what happened on August 05, 1981:

• Reagan fires air traffic controllers during PATCO strike On August 5, 1981, President Ronald Reagan fired over 11,000 air traffic controllers who were on strike, violating a law against federal employees striking. This event marked a significant moment in labor relations in the U.S., leading to the dismantling of the Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) and setting a precedent for handling labor disputes in the public sector. source: archives.gov
• Reagan fires air traffic controllers during strike On August 5, 1981, President Ronald Reagan fired over 11,000 air traffic controllers who had gone on strike, violating a law that prohibited federal employees from striking. This decisive action marked a significant moment in labor relations in the United States and led to the decertification of the Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO). The event had lasting implications for labor unions and federal employee rights. source: archives.gov
• Mohammad Javad Bahonar appointed Prime Minister of Iran On August 5, 1981, Mohammad Javad Bahonar was appointed Prime Minister of Iran by President Mohammad-Ali Rajai. Bahonar, a founding member of the Islamic Republican Party and former Minister of Education, succeeded Rajai, who had been elected president on August 2, 1981. His tenure was tragically short, as he was assassinated on August 30, 1981, along with President Rajai, in a bomb attack orchestrated by the People's Mujahedin of Iran. source: britannica.com
• Carl Crawford - MLB Player Carl Crawford was a professional Major League Baseball outfielder known for his speed and defensive skills, primarily playing for the Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox.
• Ko Shibasaki - Japanese Entertainer Ko Shibasaki is a prominent Japanese singer and actress known for her versatile entertainment career.

Events in 1981

August 05, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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August 05, 1981 was a Wednesday and it was the 217th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 05, 1981 can also be written as 8/5/1981 in the US and as 5/8/1981 in UK and Europe.

August 05, 1981 in August 1981 calendar

Famous people born on August 05, 1981:

• Jesse Williams

  Jesse Williams is an American actor, producer, and activist, best known for his role as Dr. Jackson Avery on the long-running medical drama series 'Grey's Anatomy.' In addition to his acting career, Williams is recognized for his active involvement in civil rights advocacy and public education initiatives. [bio]

• Meghan Markle

  American actress who became the Duchess of Sussex after marrying Prince Harry, member of the British Royal Family.

• Jesse Williams (actor)

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• Rachel Scott

  Victim of the Columbine High School shooting in 1999, whose legacy inspired the Rachel's Challenge movement promoting kindness and...

• Travie McCoy

  American rapper, singer, and songwriter, known as the lead vocalist of the band Gym Class Heroes.

• Erik Guay

  Canadian alpine ski racer known for his competitive achievements in downhill and super-G disciplines.

• Anna Rawson

  Professional Australian golfer who competed on international golf tours.

• Maik Franz

  German footballer.

• David Clarke

  English ice hockey player.

• Carl Crawford

  American baseball player.

• Kou Shibasaki
• Karina Testa
• Juan Pablo Galavis
• Karim Rissouli

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on August 5th

Famous people died on August 05, 1981:

• Jerzy Neyman
• Natalia Mola
• Corradino D'Ascanio

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on August 5th

August 05, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 05, 1981 was Jessie's Girl by Rick Springfield, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.

1. Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
2. Diana Ross - Endless Love
3. Joey Scarbury - Theme From The Greatest American Hero (Believe It Or Not)
4. Kenny Rogers - I Don't Need You
5. Oak Ridge Boys - Elvira

August 05, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 05, 1981 was Green Door by Shakin' Stevens, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.

1. Shakin' Stevens - Green Door
2. Royal Philharmonic Orchestra - Hooked On Classics
3. Stevie Wonder - Happy Birthday
4. Aneka - Japanese Boy
5. Soft Cell - Tainted Love

August 05, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 05, 1981 was Double Dutch Bus by Frankie Smith, according to the music chart for the week August 3rd and August 9th.

1. Frankie Smith - Double Dutch Bus
2. Stacy Lattisaw - Love On A Two Way Street
3. Evelyn King - I'm In Love
4. Teena Marie - Square Biz
5. Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 5th 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 05, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 05, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 05, 1981 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 05, 1981 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 05, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 34% full, rising at 11:27 am and setting at 11:21 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 17, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Aug 15, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on August 05, 1981

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Someone born on August 05, 1981 is:

44 years 11 months old,

or 539 months and 30 days old,

or 2347 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16435 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 05, 1981?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 05, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 05, 1981.

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