What happened on Sunday July 08, 1984?

Here's what happened on July 08, 1984:

• Battle of Poltava: A Turning Point in European Power Dynamics Peter I of Russia decisively defeats Charles XII of Sweden at the Battle of Poltava, marking the end of Sweden's era as a major European power and signaling Russia's rising influence.
• First Issue of The Wall Street Journal Published The inaugural edition of The Wall Street Journal is released, marking the beginning of a publication that would become a cornerstone of financial journalism.
• Racial Violence in Hamburg, South Carolina White supremacists commit a horrific act of racial violence, murdering five Black Republicans in Hamburg, South Carolina, highlighting the ongoing racial tensions in the post-Reconstruction era.
• John McEnroe Wins Wimbledon Singles John McEnroe defeats Jimmy Connors in a thrilling Wimbledon singles final, showcasing his exceptional tennis skills and competitive spirit.
• US Air Force Accepts First Female Recruits The United States Air Force welcomes its first female recruits into the Women in the Air Force (WAF) program, a milestone in gender integration in military services.
• The Mounties Begin Their Historic March West The Royal Canadian Mounted Police commence their legendary March West, a pivotal moment in Canadian territorial expansion and law enforcement history.
• Ne Win Suppresses Student Movement in Burma Burmese leader Ne Win violently crushes student resistance by besieging and dynamiting the Rangoon University Student Union building, demonstrating the regime's brutal suppression of dissent.
• First Rugby Test Match Between Australia and South Africa The inaugural rugby union test match between the Wallabies and Springboks is played at Newlands Stadium in Cape Town, marking a significant moment in international rugby.
• Death of Brassaï, Hungarian Photographer Brassaï, the renowned Hungarian-born photographer known for his evocative black and white images of Paris nightlife, passes away.
• Soapy Smith's Demise in Skagway Crime boss Soapy Smith is killed in a shootout at Juneau Wharf, ending his criminal reign over Skagway, Alaska, and symbolizing the taming of the Wild West.
• Failed Royalist Attack in Portugal Henrique Mitchell de Paiva Couceiro leads an unsuccessful royalist uprising against the First Portuguese Republic, reflecting the political instability of the era.
• King Charles XV & IV Ascends to Swedish-Norwegian Throne Charles XV & IV becomes the monarch of the united kingdoms of Sweden and Norway, continuing the complex royal lineage of Scandinavia.
• Lauri Peterson Wins LPGA Golf Tournament Lauri Peterson secures victory at the Jamie Farr Toledo Golf Classic, highlighting women's achievements in professional golf.

Events in 1984

July 08, 1984: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 08, 1984

Newspapers from Jul. 08, 1984

July 08, 1984 was a Sunday and it was the 190th day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 08, 1984 can also be written as 7/8/1984 in the US and as 8/7/1984 in UK and Europe.

July 08, 1984 in July 1984 calendar

Famous people born on July 08, 1984:

• Alexis Dziena

  American actress known for her roles in films like 'Broken Flowers' and TV series such as 'Invasion'.

• Daniella Sarahyba

  Brazilian supermodel who has worked with international fashion brands and appeared in numerous magazines and runway shows.

• Myrtille Gollin

Famous people born in 1984

Famous people born on July 8th

Famous people died on July 08, 1984:

• Christine McIntyre

  Christine McIntyre was a notable American actress who appeared in numerous comedy shorts with the Three Stooges during the golden age of...

Famous people who died in 1984

Famous people who died on July 8th

July 08, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 08, 1984 was When Doves Cry by Prince, according to the music chart for the week July 2nd and July 8th.

1. Prince - When Doves Cry
2. Bruce Springsteen - Dancing In The Dark
3. Pointer Sisters - Jump (For My Love)
4. Laura Branigan - Self Control
5. Duran Duran - The Reflex

July 08, 1984: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 08, 1984 was Two Tribes by Frankie Goes To Hollywood, according to the music chart for the week July 2nd and July 8th.

1. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Two Tribes
2. Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Relax
3. neil - Hole In My Shoe
4. Cyndi Lauper - Time After Time
5. Nik Kershaw - I Won't Let The Sun Go Down On Me

July 08, 1984: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 08, 1984 was When Doves Cry by Prince, according to the music chart for the week July 2nd and July 8th.

1. Prince - When Doves Cry
2. Jocelyn Brown - Somebody Else's Guy
3. Patrice Rushen - Feels So Real (Won't Let Go)
4. O'Bryan - Lovelite
5. Ollie And Jerry - Breakin'...there's No Stopping Us

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 8th is Cancer.

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

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July 08, 1984: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 08, 1984 is Rat and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 08, 1984 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 08, 1984 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 July 08, 1984 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 84% full, rising at 04:25 pm and setting at 02:28 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 13, 1984 while the next full moon would come on Jul 13, 1984.

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Someone born on July 08, 1984 is:

40 years 9 months old,

or 489 months and 15 days old,

or 2128 weeks and 3 days old,

or 14899 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 08, 1984?

There are 76 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Tuesday July 8th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 08, 1984?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 08, 1984.

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