What happened on Tuesday October 13, 1987?

Here's what happened on October 13, 1987:

• Oscar Arias Sánchez awarded Nobel Peace Prize for Central American peace plan Costa Rican President Oscar Arias Sánchez received the 1987 Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end civil wars in Central America. His peace plan, signed by Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua in August 1987, aimed for free elections, human rights safeguards, and an end to foreign interference. source: britannica.com
• Walter Brattain, co-inventor of the transistor, passes away Walter Brattain, an American physicist and co-inventor of the transistor, died on October 13, 1987. His work, alongside John Bardeen and William Shockley, revolutionized electronics and paved the way for modern computing. Brattain's contributions to science earned him a Nobel Prize in Physics in 1956, highlighting the significance of his innovations in technology. source: britannica.com
• US Navy's first military dolphin operation On October 13, 1987, the U.S. Navy initiated its first military use of trained dolphins in the Persian Gulf. A team of six Pacific bottlenose dolphins, along with a 25-man support staff, was airlifted from San Diego to the Gulf to assist in protecting U.S. warships escorting tankers through mine-strewn waters. The dolphins were tasked with underwater surveillance and detection, particularly to prevent sabotage by Iranian frogmen. However, the operation faced challenges, including the death of one dolphin shortly after arrival due to bronchial pneumonia. The mission was part of Operation Prime Chance, a secret U.S. military operation aimed at safeguarding Kuwaiti oil tankers during the Iran-Iraq War. source: upi.com

Events in 1987

October 13, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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October 13, 1987 was a Tuesday and it was the 286th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 13, 1987 can also be written as 10/13/1987 in the US and as 13/10/1987 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on October 13, 1987:

• Ashley Newbrough

  Ashley Newbrough is an American actress known for her roles in television series and films, particularly in teen and young adult genres.

Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on October 13th

Famous people died on October 13, 1987:

• Kishore Kumar

  Kishore Kumar was a legendary Indian playback singer, actor, music director, lyricist, and filmmaker, widely regarded as one of the most versatile and accomplished artists in the history of Indian cinema. Renowned for his unique voice and remarkable musical range, he became an iconic figure in Bollywood, especially as a playback singer in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. [bio]

• Walter Houser Brattain

  Prize laureate for their researches on semiconductors and their discovery of the transistor effect.

• Nilgün Marmara

  Turkish poet and author (b. 1958).

Famous people who died in 1987

Famous people who died on October 13th

October 13, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 13, 1987 was Lost In Emotion by Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

1. Lisa Lisa And Cult Jam - Lost In Emotion
2. Prince - U Got The Look
3. Europe - Carrie
4. Michael Jackson - Bad
5. Madonna - Causing A Commotion

October 13, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 13, 1987 was You Win Again by The Bee Gees, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

1. The Bee Gees - You Win Again
2. MARRS - Pump Up The Volume / Anitina (The First Time I See She Dance)
3. Abigail Mead & Nigel Goulding - Full Metal Jacket (I Wanna Be Your Drill Instructor)
4. Jan Hammer - Crockett's Theme
5. Michael Jackson - Bad

October 13, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 13, 1987 was Bad by Michael Jackson, according to the music chart for the week October 12th and October 18th.

1. Michael Jackson - Bad
2. Glenn Jones - We've Only Just Begun (The Romance Is Not Over)
3. Stephanie Mills - (You're Puttin') A Rush On Me
4. Jody Watley - Don't You Want Me
5. Ray Parker Jr. - I Don't Think That Man Should Sleep Alone

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 13th is Libra.

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October 13, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 13, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 13, 1987 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 13, 1987 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 October 13, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 49% full, rising at 09:41 pm and setting at 02:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Oct 07, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Nov 05, 1987.

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Someone born on October 13, 1987 is:

38 years 7 months old,

or 463 months and 11 days old,

or 2014 weeks and 5 days old,

or 14103 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 13, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 13, 1987.

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