What happened on Friday, October 16, 1981?

Here's what happened on October 16, 1981:

• Death of Moshe Dayan, prominent Israeli military leader Moshe Dayan, a key figure in Israeli military history and politics, passed away on October 16, 1981. He served as the Minister of Defense during the Six-Day War and was known for his role in shaping Israel's military strategy and foreign policy. His death marked the end of an era in Israeli leadership. source: britannica.com
• Significant earthquake off central Chile On October 16, 1981, a powerful earthquake struck off the coast of central Chile, registering a magnitude of 7.5. The quake caused considerable damage in coastal towns and was felt widely across the region. It highlighted the seismic activity of the area, which is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire. source: earthquake.usgs.gov
• Torch Song Trilogy premieres at Richard Allen Center in New York City Harvey Fierstein's play 'Torch Song Trilogy' premiered on October 16, 1981, at the Richard Allen Center in New York City. The production was produced by The Glines, a nonprofit organization dedicated to forwarding gay-themed cultural endeavors. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Gas explosions at Hokutan Yūbari coal mine in Hokkaidō, Japan, kill 93 On October 16, 1981, a methane gas explosion occurred at the Hokutan Yūbari coal mine in Yūbari, Hokkaidō, Japan, resulting in 93 fatalities, including 10 rescuers. The disaster was one of the deadliest mining accidents in Japan's history. source: upi.com
• Resignation of the 2nd Dutch Government under Van Agt The second government led by Prime Minister Andreas van Agt resigned, signaling a period of political transition and instability in the Netherlands during the early 1980s.
• Remembering Stanley Clements, American Actor Stanley Clements, an American actor born in 1926, is noted on this date. While specific details of his career are not provided, he was part of the entertainment landscape of mid-20th century America.

Events in 1981

October 16, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from October 1981

Newspapers from Oct. 16, 1981

October 16, 1981 was a Friday and it was the 289th day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 16, 1981 can also be written as 10/16/1981 in the US and as 16/10/1981 in UK and Europe.

October 16, 1981 in October 1981 calendar

Famous people born on October 16, 1981:

• Ali B

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• Brea Grant

  Brea Grant is an American actress and writer known for her work in television and independent films, with notable roles in horror and genre...

• Frankie Edgar

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• Jacquetta Wheeler
• Gregory Sedoc
• Marc Parejo
• George Wood
• Liam Garrigan
• Camilla Arfwedson
• Caterina Scorsone
• Scott Montgomery
• Engin Mitre
• Alan Gordon
• Mario Ghersetti
• Emanuel De Porras
• Rafaël Carballo
• Marcelo Sarvas

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on October 16th

Famous people died on October 16, 1981:

• Eugene Eisenmann

  Eugene Eisenmann was a notable Panamanian-American ornithologist and lawyer who made significant contributions to the field of bird research...

• Moshe Dayan

  Israeli general and politician, 5th israeli minister of foreign affairs (d. 1981).

• Edward Heyman

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on October 16th

October 16, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 16, 1981 was Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) by Christopher Cross, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

1. Christopher Cross - Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)
2. Diana Ross - Endless Love
3. The Rolling Stones - Start Me Up
4. Sheena Easton - For Your Eyes Only
5. Eddie Rabbitt - Step By Step

October 16, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 16, 1981 was It's My Party by Dave Stewart With Barbara Gaskin, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

1. Dave Stewart With Barbara Gaskin - It's My Party
2. The Tweets - The Birdie Song (Birdie Dance)
3. Adam & The Ants - Prince Charming
4. Altered Images - Happy Birthday
5. Godley & Creme - Under Your Thumb

October 16, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 16, 1981 was When She Was My Girl by Four Tops, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

1. Four Tops - When She Was My Girl
2. Carl Carlton - She's A Bad Mama Jama (She's Built, She's Stacked)
3. Luther Vandross - Never Too Much
4. Diana Ross & Lionel Richie - Endless Love
5. Rick James - Super Freak (Part I)

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 16th is Libra.

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October 16, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 16, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 16, 1981 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 16, 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 October 16, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 08:52 pm and setting at 11:48 am.

The previous full moon was on Oct 13, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Nov 11, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on October 16, 1981

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Someone born on October 16, 1981 is:

44 years 9 months old,

or 537 months and 21 days old,

or 2337 weeks and 6 days old,

or 16365 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on October 16, 1981?

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 16, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 16, 1981.

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