What happened on Sunday April 12, 1981?

Here's what happened on April 12, 1981:

• First Space Shuttle Launch The Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-1 mission) was launched from Kennedy Space Center, marking a pivotal moment in space exploration. Astronauts John Young and Robert Crippen piloted the world's first reusable spacecraft, initiating a new era of space transportation. This historic flight represented the first American crewed spaceflight since the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project in 1975.
• Longest Professional Baseball Game in History A Minor League Baseball game between the Rochester Red Wings and the Pawtucket Red Sox at McCoy Stadium in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, became the longest professional baseball game in history, lasting 8 hours and 25 minutes across 33 innings. The final inning was uniquely completed on June 23.
• Yes Band Splits Up The rock band 'Yes' officially splits up, marking a significant moment in their musical journey. They would later regroup in 1983.
• 45th Golf Masters Championship Tom Watson wins the 45th Golf Masters Championship with an impressive score of 280.
• Joe Louis Reference Mention of Joe Louis, the legendary American boxer born in 1914.
• Emmy News and Documentaries Award Emmy News and Documentaries Award presentation held.

Events in 1981

April 12, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 12, 1981

Newspapers from Apr. 12, 1981

April 12, 1981 was a Sunday and it was the 102nd day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 12, 1981 can also be written as 4/12/1981 in the US and as 12/4/1981 in UK and Europe.

April 12, 1981 in April 1981 calendar

Famous people born on April 12, 1981:

• Hisashi Iwakuma

  Japanese professional baseball pitcher who played for the Seattle Mariners and Los Angeles Dodgers, known for his exceptional performance in...

• Alessandra Ambrosio

  Brazilian supermodel and actress, famous for her work with Victoria's Secret and numerous international fashion campaigns.

• Tulsi Gabbard

  American politician and United States Representative from Hawaii, known for her military service and progressive political stance.

• Paul Rust
• Nicolás Burdisso

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on April 12th

Famous people died on April 12, 1981:

• Joe Louis

  Legendary African American heavyweight boxer who dominated the ring from 1937 to 1949, breaking racial barriers and becoming a national...

• Prince Yasuhiko Asaka of Japan (b. 1887)
• Luigi Chiereghin

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on April 12th

April 12, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 12, 1981 was Kiss On My List by Daryl Hall & John Oates, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

1. Daryl Hall & John Oates - Kiss On My List
2. Blondie - Rapture
3. Styx - The Best Of Times
4. John Lennon - Woman
5. Grover Washington Jr. - Just The Two Of Us

April 12, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 12, 1981 was Making Your Mind Up by Bucks Fizz, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

1. Bucks Fizz - Making Your Mind Up
2. Shakin' Stevens - This Ole House
3. Stevie Wonder - Lately
4. Ennio Morricone - Chi Mai (Theme From 'Life And Times Of David Lloyd George')
5. Landscape - Einstein A-Go-Go

April 12, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 12, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the music chart for the week April 6th and April 12th.

1. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
2. The Whispers - It's A Love Thing
3. A Taste Of Honey - Sukiyaki
4. Tom Browne - Thighs High (Grip Your Hips And Move)
5. Grover Washington, Jr. - Just The Two Of Us

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 12th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 12, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 12, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 12, 1981 was First Quarter.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 12, 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 April 12, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 69% full, rising at 12:07 pm and setting at 02:43 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 20, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Apr 19, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on April 12, 1981

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Someone born on April 12, 1981 is:

44 years 1 month old,

or 529 months and 2 days old,

or 2300 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16103 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 12, 1981?

There are 333 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday April 12th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 12, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 12, 1981.

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