What happened on Thursday September 01, 1983?

Here's what happened on September 01, 1983:

• Korean Air Flight 007 shot down by Soviet jet On September 1, 1983, Korean Air Lines Flight 007 was shot down by a Soviet fighter jet after straying into Soviet airspace. The incident resulted in the deaths of all 269 passengers and crew on board, escalating tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War. The event highlighted the dangers of military miscommunication and the geopolitical tensions of the era. source: britannica.com
• Congressman Larry McDonald dies in plane crash On September 1, 1983, U.S. Representative Larry McDonald of Georgia was killed when Korean Air Lines Flight 007 was shot down by the Soviet Union over the Sea of Japan. McDonald, a staunch anti-communist, was en route to Seoul to attend a ceremony commemorating the 30th anniversary of the U.S.-South Korea defense pact. The incident strained U.S.-Soviet relations and led to widespread condemnation. source: history.house.gov
• Death of Senator Henry M. Jackson Henry M. Jackson, a U.S. Senator from Washington, died on September 1, 1983, at the age of 71. He passed away at his home in Everett, Washington, after suffering a heart attack. Jackson had been a prominent figure in American politics, serving in the House of Representatives from 1941 to 1953 and in the Senate from 1953 until his death. He was known for his strong defense policies and advocacy for civil rights. source: washingtonpost.com
• Soviet Union shoots down Korean Air Lines Flight 007 On September 1, 1983, Korean Air Lines Flight 007, a Boeing 747-230B en route from New York City to Seoul via Anchorage, deviated from its planned route and entered Soviet airspace near Sakhalin Island. Soviet jet fighters intercepted the aircraft, and after failed attempts to communicate, one fired a heat-seeking missile, downing the plane and killing all 269 people aboard. The incident significantly heightened tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union. source: britannica.com
• José Antonio Reyes Birth José Antonio Reyes, a Spanish football player, was born on September 1, 1983.
• Radio Station Call Letters Change WGH-AM radio station in Newport News, Virginia changed its call letters to WNSY on September 1, 1983.

Events in 1983

September 01, 1983: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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September 01, 1983 was a Thursday and it was the 244th day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 01, 1983 can also be written as 9/1/1983 in the US and as 1/9/1983 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on September 01, 1983:

• Larry Fitzgerald

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• José Antonio Reyes

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• Camille Mana
• Riccardo Ricco

Famous people born in 1983

Famous people born on September 1st

Famous people died on September 01, 1983:

• Larry McDonald

  American physician and politician who tragically died in 1983, known for his significant contributions to public service.

• Henry M. Jackson

  American lawyer and politician (b. 1912).

Famous people who died in 1983

Famous people who died on September 1st

September 01, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 01, 1983 was Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) by Eurythmics, according to the music chart for the week August 29th and September 4th.

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

September 01, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 01, 1983 was Red Red Wine by UB40, according to the music chart for the week August 29th and September 4th.

1. UB40 - Red Red Wine
2. Culture Club - Karma Chameleon
3. Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack - Tonight I Celebrate My Love
4. Madness - Wings Of A Dove
5. Genesis - Mama

September 01, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 01, 1983 was Cold Blooded by Rick James, according to the music chart for the week August 29th and September 4th.

1. Rick James - Cold Blooded
2. Aretha Franklin - Get It Right
3. The S.O.S. Band - Just Be Good To Me
4. Jeffrey Osborne - Don't You Get So Mad
5. Zapp - I Can Make You Dance

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 1st is Virgo.

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September 01, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 01, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 01, 1983 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 01, 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 September 01, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 24% full, rising at 11:57 pm and setting at 04:28 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 23, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Sep 22, 1983.

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Someone born on September 01, 1983 is:

42 years 8 months old,

or 512 months and 23 days old,

or 2229 weeks and 3 days old,

or 15606 days old,

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