What happened on Sunday June 21, 1981?

Here's what happened on June 21, 1981:

• Bread Riots in Casablanca Violent bread riots erupted in Casablanca, Morocco, resulting in significant loss of life. Government sources reported 66 fatalities, while opposition groups claimed the death toll could be as high as 637. The riots highlighted deep economic tensions and social unrest in the country.
• French Parliamentary Election Socialists and Communists secured a significant victory in the French parliamentary elections, marking a notable shift in the country's political landscape and potentially signaling changes in national policy and governance.
• Mount Rainier Climbing Tragedy A devastating avalanche on Mount Rainier in Washington state claimed the lives of 11 novice mountain climbers and one guide. The tragic incident was determined to be an unpredictable natural event, and the guides were cleared of any responsibility.
• David Graham Wins US Open Golf Championship Australian golfer David Graham made history by winning the 81st US Open Men's Golf Championship at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pennsylvania. He completed the tournament with an impressive score of 273, becoming the first Australian to claim this prestigious title.
• Steely Dan Breakup Donald Fagen and Walter Becker, founding members of the iconic rock band Steely Dan, announced their separation, marking a significant moment in the band's history and the music industry.
• Rare Wine Auction A 12-bottle case of 1979 Napamedoc Cabernet wine was sold at auction for an impressive $24,000, reflecting the growing market for rare and collectible wines.

Events in 1981

June 21, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 21, 1981

Newspapers from Jun. 21, 1981

June 21, 1981 was a Sunday and it was the 172nd day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 21, 1981 can also be written as 6/21/1981 in the US and as 21/6/1981 in UK and Europe.

June 21, 1981 in June 1981 calendar

Famous people born on June 21, 1981:

• Brandon Flowers

  Lead singer and keyboardist of the internationally acclaimed rock band The Killers, known for hits like 'Mr.

• Amber Campisi

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on June 21st

Famous people died on June 21, 1981:

• Don Figlozzi

  American illustrator and animator (b. 1909).

• André Higelin
• Alberto Suppici

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on June 21st

June 21, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 21, 1981 was Medley by Stars On 45, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

1. Stars On 45 - Medley
2. Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
3. Taste Of Honey, A - Sukiyaki
4. Ray Parker Jr. - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
5. George Harrison - All Those Years Ago

June 21, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on June 21, 1981 was Being With You by Smokey Robinson, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

1. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
2. Michael Jackson - One Day In Your Life
3. Kate Robbins & Beyond - More Than In Love
4. Adam & The Ants - Stand And Deliver
5. Champaign - How 'Bout Us

June 21, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on June 21, 1981 was Give It To Me Baby by Rick James, according to the music chart for the week June 15th and June 21st.

1. Rick James - Give It To Me Baby
2. Chaka Khan - What Cha' Gonna Do For Me
3. Stephanie Mills - Two Hearts
4. Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
5. Frankie Smith - Double Dutch Bus

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 21st is Cancer.

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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 21, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 21, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 21, 1981 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 21, 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 June 21, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 76% full, rising at 10:55 pm and setting at 10:08 am.

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

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Your place in the Universe on June 21, 1981

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Someone born on June 21, 1981 is:

43 years 10 months old,

or 526 months and 23 days old,

or 2290 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16033 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on June 21, 1981?

There are 38 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday June 21st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on June 21, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on June 21, 1981.

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