What happened on Wednesday October 19, 1983?

Here's what happened on October 19, 1983:

• Maurice Bishop executed during Grenada's political crisis On October 19, 1983, Grenadian Prime Minister Maurice Bishop was executed by firing squad during a coup led by Deputy Prime Minister Bernard Coard. Bishop had been deposed and placed under house arrest on October 13, 1983. After being freed by supporters, he was captured and executed along with several cabinet members at Fort Rupert in St. George's. This event led to widespread protests and, six days later, a U.S.-led invasion to restore order. source: news.bbc.co.uk
• Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday established The Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday was established by legislation signed into law on October 19, 1983. This holiday honors the civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., recognizing his contributions to the American civil rights movement. The holiday is observed on the third Monday of January each year, close to King's birthday on January 15. source: archives.gov
• Formation of Grenada's Revolutionary Military Council On October 19, 1983, following the execution of Prime Minister Maurice Bishop and several associates, General Hudson Austin announced the establishment of a 16-member Revolutionary Military Council, declaring it the new government of Grenada. The council imposed a 24-hour curfew, warning that violators would be shot on sight. This military junta's rule lasted six days before the U.S. invasion on October 25, 1983. source: cia.gov
• Space Shuttle Columbia Moves to Processing Facility NASA's Space Shuttle Columbia is transferred to the Orbiter Processing Facility, a critical step in preparing the spacecraft for its next mission and ensuring its technical readiness for future space exploration.
• Philadelphia Flyers Begin Historic NHL Winning Streak The Philadelphia Flyers hockey team initiates an impressive 13-game winning streak, demonstrating exceptional performance and team cohesion in the National Hockey League.

Events in 1983

October 19, 1983: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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October 19, 1983 was a Wednesday and it was the 292nd day of the year 1983 in the Gregorian calendar.

October 19, 1983 can also be written as 10/19/1983 in the US and as 19/10/1983 in UK and Europe.

October 19, 1983 in October 1983 calendar

Famous people born on October 19, 1983:

• Rebecca Ferguson (actress)
• Rebecca Ferguson

Famous people born in 1983

Famous people born on October 19th

Famous people died on October 19, 1983:

• Maurice Bishop

  Aruban-grenadian lawyer and politician, 2nd prime minister of grenada (b. 1944).

• Carel Willink

Famous people who died in 1983

Famous people who died on October 19th

October 19, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on October 19, 1983 was Total Eclipse Of The Heart by Bonnie Tyler, according to the music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

1. Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse Of The Heart
2. Air Supply - Making Love Out Of Nothing At All
3. Kenny Rogers - Islands In The Stream
4. Spandau Ballet - True
5. Lionel Richie - All Night Long (All Night)

October 19, 1983: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on October 19, 1983 was Karma Chameleon by Culture Club, according to the music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

1. Culture Club - Karma Chameleon
2. Tracey Ullman - They Don't Know
3. David Bowie - Modern Love
4. Lionel Richie - All Night Long (All Night)
5. Howard Jones - New Song

October 19, 1983: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on October 19, 1983 was All Night Long (All Night) by Lionel Richie, according to the music chart for the week October 17th and October 23rd.

1. Lionel Richie - All Night Long (All Night)
2. Klique - Stop Doggin' Me Around
3. The Gap Band - Party Train
4. Chaka Khan - Ain't Nobody
5. Jennifer Holliday - I Am Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for October 19th is Libra.

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October 19, 1983: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for October 19, 1983 is Pig and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on October 19, 1983 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on October 19, 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 October 19, 1983 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 97% full, rising at 05:34 pm and setting at 05:39 am.

The previous full moon was on Sep 22, 1983 while the next full moon would come on Oct 21, 1983.

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Someone born on October 19, 1983 is:

42 years 7 months old,

or 511 months and 5 days old,

or 2222 weeks and 4 days old,

or 15558 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on October 19, 1983?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on October 19, 1983.

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