What happened on Monday August 22, 1983?

Here's what happened on August 22, 1983:

• Thomas Sankara Leads Revolution in Upper Volta On August 22, 1983, Thomas Sankara, a charismatic military captain, successfully led a revolutionary coup in Upper Volta (now Burkina Faso), becoming the country's president. Sankara was known for his progressive policies, anti-imperialist stance, and commitment to social transformation, earning him the nickname 'Africa's Che Guevara'.
• Thomas Sankara Leads Revolution in Upper Volta On August 22, 1983, Thomas Sankara, a charismatic military captain, successfully led a revolutionary coup in Upper Volta (now Burkina Faso), becoming the country's president. Sankara was known for his progressive policies, anti-imperialist stance, and commitment to social transformation, earning him the nickname 'Africa's Che Guevara'.
• Thomas Sankara Leads Revolution in Upper Volta On August 22, 1983, Thomas Sankara, a charismatic military captain, successfully led a revolutionary coup in Upper Volta (now Burkina Faso), becoming the country's president. Sankara was known for his progressive policies, anti-imperialist stance, and commitment to social transformation, earning him the nickname 'Africa's Che Guevara'.
• Devastating Floods in Bilbao, Spain On August 22, 1983, severe flooding struck Bilbao, Spain, triggered by intense rainfall. The catastrophic event resulted in 44 fatalities and caused extensive property damage estimated in the millions of euros. The disaster highlighted the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events and prompted subsequent flood management reforms.
• Devastating Floods in Bilbao, Spain On August 22, 1983, severe flooding struck Bilbao, Spain, triggered by intense rainfall. The catastrophic event resulted in 44 fatalities and caused extensive property damage estimated in the millions of euros. The disaster highlighted the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events and prompted subsequent flood management reforms.
• Devastating Floods in Bilbao, Spain On August 22, 1983, severe flooding struck Bilbao, Spain, triggered by intense rainfall. The catastrophic event resulted in 44 fatalities and caused extensive property damage estimated in the millions of euros. The disaster highlighted the region's vulnerability to extreme weather events and prompted subsequent flood management reforms.
• First Miss Teen USA Pageant Crowns Winner On August 22, 1983, Elizabeth R. Zakarian, a 17-year-old from New York, was crowned as the inaugural Miss Teen USA. Devon Pierce was her stage name during the competition. This marked the debut of the national beauty pageant specifically for teenage contestants, reflecting the cultural trends of youth representation in media.
• First Miss Teen USA Pageant Crowns Winner On August 22, 1983, Elizabeth R. Zakarian, a 17-year-old from New York, was crowned as the inaugural Miss Teen USA. Devon Pierce was her stage name during the competition. This marked the debut of the national beauty pageant specifically for teenage contestants, reflecting the cultural trends of youth representation in media.
• First Miss Teen USA Pageant Crowns Winner On August 22, 1983, Elizabeth R. Zakarian, a 17-year-old from New York, was crowned as the inaugural Miss Teen USA. Devon Pierce was her stage name during the competition. This marked the debut of the national beauty pageant specifically for teenage contestants, reflecting the cultural trends of youth representation in media.

Events in 1983

August 22, 1983: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 22, 1983

Newspapers from Aug. 22, 1983

August 22, 1983 was a Monday and it was the 234th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 22, 1983 can also be written as 8/22/1983 in the US and as 22/8/1983 in UK and Europe.

August 22, 1983 in August 1983 calendar

Famous people born on August 22, 1983:

• Brody Jenner

  Television personality and media celebrity known for reality shows and being part of the Kardashian-Jenner family.

• Laura Breckenridge

  American actress known for her roles in independent films and television series.

• Theo Bos

  Professional Dutch cyclist who competed at high levels in international cycling competitions.

• Jahri Evans

  Accomplished American football player who played as an offensive guard in the NFL, primarily with the New Orleans Saints.

Famous people born in 1983

Famous people born on August 22nd

Famous people died on August 22, 1983:

• Elsa Chauvel

Famous people who died in 1983

Famous people who died on August 22nd

August 22, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 22, 1983 was Every Breath You Take by The Police, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

1. The Police - Every Breath You Take
2. Eurythmics - Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This)
3. Michael Sembello - Maniac
4. Donna Summer - She Works Hard For The Money
5. Taco - Puttin' On The Ritz

August 22, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 22, 1983 was Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

1. KC & The Sunshine Band - Give It Up
2. Spandau Ballet - Gold
3. Paul Young - Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)
4. Wham! - Club Tropicana
5. Freeez - IOU

August 22, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 22, 1983 was Get It Right by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week August 22nd and August 28th.

1. Aretha Franklin - Get It Right
2. Midnight Star - Freak-A-Zoid
3. Rick James - Cold Blooded
4. The S.O.S. Band - Just Be Good To Me
5. Jeffrey Osborne - Don't You Get So Mad

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 22nd is Leo.

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August 22, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 22, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 22, 1983 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 22, 1983 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 22, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 07:43 pm and setting at 05:56 am.

The previous full moon was on Jul 24, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Aug 23, 1983.

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Your place in the Universe on August 22, 1983

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Someone born on August 22, 1983 is:

41 years 8 months old,

or 500 months and 1 day old,

or 2174 weeks and 2 days old,

or 15220 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 22, 1983?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on August 22, 1983.

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