What happened on Sunday August 31, 1980?

Here's what happened on August 31, 1980:

• Formation of Solidarity Trade Union in Poland The Solidarity trade union was formed in Poland, marking a pivotal moment in the country's labor movement and resistance against communist rule. Led by Lech Wałęsa, this independent trade union would become a significant force in challenging the Soviet-controlled government and ultimately contribute to the fall of communism in Eastern Europe.
• Gdańsk Agreement Signed The historic victory of the strike at the Gdańsk Shipyard resulted in the signing of the Gdańsk Agreement, which allowed for the establishment of the first free trade union in the communist bloc. This landmark event represented a critical breakthrough in workers' rights and political resistance in Poland.
• Zimbabwe-Algeria Diplomatic Relations Zimbabwe established diplomatic relations with Algeria, expanding its international diplomatic network in the early years following its independence.
• Oklahoma! Musical Closes in NYC The Broadway musical Oklahoma! concluded its run at the Palace Theater in New York City after 301 performances, marking the end of a successful theatrical production.

Events in 1980

August 31, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Aug. 31, 1980

Newspapers from Aug. 31, 1980

August 31, 1980 was a Sunday and it was the 244th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 31, 1980 can also be written as 8/31/1980 in the US and as 31/8/1980 in UK and Europe.

August 31, 1980 in August 1980 calendar

Famous people born on August 31, 1980:

• Joe Budden

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• Leo Bill

Famous people born in 1980

Famous people born on August 31st

Famous people died on August 31, 1980:

• Enrique Pardo
• Giovanni Battista Stucchi

Famous people who died in 1980

Famous people who died on August 31st

August 31, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 31, 1980 was Sailing by Christopher Cross, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

1. Christopher Cross - Sailing
2. Diana Ross - Upside Down
3. Olivia Newton-John - Magic
4. The Rolling Stones - Emotional Rescue
5. The S.O.S. Band - Take Your Time (Do It Right) Part 1

August 31, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on August 31, 1980 was The Winner Takes It All by Abba, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

1. Abba - The Winner Takes It All
2. Diana Ross - Upside Down
3. David Bowie - Ashes To Ashes
4. Sheena Easton - 9 To 5
5. Odyssey - Use It Up And Wear It Out

August 31, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 31, 1980 was Upside Down by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week August 25th and August 31st.

1. Diana Ross - Upside Down
2. George Benson - Give Me The Night
3. Teddy Pendergrass - Can't We Try
4. Kurtis Blow - The Breaks (Part 1)
5. Larry Graham - One In A Million You

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 31st is Virgo.

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Babies born in August are either Leo or Virgo. People born before August 22nd are Leo, while people born from August 23rd have the sign of Virgo.

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August 31, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 31, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 31, 1980 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 31, 1980 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 31, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 50% full, rising at 10:39 pm and setting at 01:45 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 26, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Sep 24, 1980.

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Someone born on August 31, 1980 is:

44 years 7 months old,

or 535 months and 23 days old,

or 2329 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16306 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 31, 1980?

There are 130 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday August 31st 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 31, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on August 31, 1980.

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