What happened on Saturday, May 23, 1981?

Here's what happened on May 23, 1981:

• NASA launches Intelsat V F-1 communications satellite On May 23, 1981, NASA successfully launched the Intelsat V F-1 communications satellite, also known as Intelsat 501, into geostationary orbit. The satellite, built by Ford Aerospace, was designed to provide enhanced telecommunications capacity for the International Telecommunications Satellite Organization (INTELSAT). It was launched aboard an Atlas SLV-3D Centaur vehicle from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida. source: en.wikipedia.org
• David Lewis, Canadian politician, dies at 71 David Lewis, a prominent Canadian labour lawyer and social democratic politician, passed away on May 23, 1981, in Ottawa at the age of 71. He was a key figure in the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation (CCF) and played a significant role in the formation of the New Democratic Party (NDP) in 1961. Lewis served as the NDP's national leader from 1971 to 1975 and was known for his dedication to democratic socialism and social reform. source: upi.com
• Hostage situation at the Central Bank of Barcelona On May 23, 1981, eleven heavily armed gunmen stormed the Central Bank of Barcelona, taking approximately 300 hostages, including employees and passersby. The assailants, led by José Juan Martínez Gómez, known as 'El Rubio,' demanded the release of four military officers involved in a failed coup attempt three months prior. The siege lasted 37 hours, ending with the intervention of anti-terrorist commandos who freed the hostages and arrested nine of the assailants. The true motives behind the assault remain unclear, with theories ranging from an attempted robbery to the acquisition of compromising documents related to the events of February 23, 1981. source: washingtonpost.com
• Assault on the Central Bank of Barcelona On May 23, 1981, a group of armed right-wing extremists seized the Central Bank of Barcelona, taking approximately 300 hostages. They demanded the release of four military officers involved in a failed coup attempt three months prior. The hostage situation lasted 37 hours, ending with the arrest of nine assailants and the release of the hostages. source: washingtonpost.com
• First Victim of the Ripper Crew The first victim of the notorious Ripper Crew, a satanic cult operating in Chicago, was abducted in the suburb of Elmhurst, marking the beginning of a series of horrific crimes.

Events in 1981

May 23, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from May 1981

Newspapers from May. 23, 1981

May 23, 1981 was a Saturday and it was the 143rd day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 23, 1981 can also be written as 5/23/1981 in the US and as 23/5/1981 in UK and Europe.

May 23, 1981 in May 1981 calendar

Famous people born on May 23, 1981:

• Daniel Bryan

  Professional wrestler and former WWE Champion, known for his technical wrestling skills and passionate fan following.

• Tim Robinson

  Comedian, actor, and writer best known for his work on Saturday Night Live and the comedy series I Think You Should Leave.

• Pierre Lapointe

  Canadian indie pop musician known for his unique keyboard style and introspective songwriting, prominent in the Quebec music scene.

• Death of John D Rockefeller
• Gwenno Pipette

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on May 23rd

Famous people died on May 23, 1981:

• George Jessel

  George Jessel was an American actor, singer, songwriter, and film producer, noted for his long career in entertainment and his status as a vaudeville legend. He became widely known as the 'Toastmaster General of the United States' for hosting numerous high-profile events. [bio]

• Gene Green

  American baseball player (b. 1933).

• Laura Allende Gossens
• Genzaburō Yoshino

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on May 23rd

May 23, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 23, 1981 was Bette Davis Eyes by Kim Carnes, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.

1. Kim Carnes - Bette Davis Eyes
2. Smokey Robinson - Being With You
3. Grover Washington Jr. - Just The Two Of Us
4. Juice Newton - Angel Of The Morning
5. Stars On 45 - Medley

May 23, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 23, 1981 was Stand And Deliver by Adam & The Ants, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.

1. Adam & The Ants - Stand And Deliver
2. Starsound - Stars On 45
3. Shakin' Stevens - You Drive Me Crazy
4. Ennio Morricone - Chi Mai (Theme From 'Life And Times Of David Lloyd George')
5. Bucks Fizz - Making Your Mind Up

May 23, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 23, 1981 was A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do) by Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio, according to the music chart for the week May 18th and May 24th.

1. Ray Parker Jr. & Raydio - A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)
2. Chaka Khan - What Cha' Gonna Do For Me
3. A Taste Of Honey - Sukiyaki
4. Rick James - Give It To Me Baby
5. Atlantic Starr - When Love Calls

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 23rd is Gemini.

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May 23, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 23, 1981 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 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 May 23, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 73% full, rising at 11:26 pm and setting at 10:11 am.

The previous full moon was on May 19, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Jun 17, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on May 23, 1981

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Someone born on May 23, 1981 is:

45 years 2 months old,

or 542 months and 12 days old,

or 2358 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16509 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 23, 1981?

There are 292 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 23rd 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 23, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 23, 1981.

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