What happened on Sunday March 23, 1980?

Here's what happened on March 23, 1980:

• Shah of Iran arrives in Egypt for medical treatment On March 23, 1980, the deposed Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, arrived in Cairo, Egypt, seeking medical treatment for his cancer. He was welcomed by President Anwar Sadat and admitted to the Maadi Military Hospital. This marked the beginning of his final months in exile before his death in July 1980. source: washingtonpost.com
• Archbishop Óscar Romero's historic appeal for peace in El Salvador On March 23, 1980, Archbishop Óscar Romero delivered a sermon in San Salvador's cathedral, urging Salvadoran soldiers to disobey orders to kill civilians, invoking the commandment "Thou shalt not kill." The following day, he was assassinated while celebrating Mass. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Sweden holds nuclear energy referendum On March 23, 1980, Sweden conducted a non-binding referendum on nuclear energy, presenting voters with three options regarding the future of nuclear power in the country. The referendum was prompted by growing public concern over nuclear safety, especially following the Three Mile Island accident in the United States in 1979. The results showed a narrow plurality favoring the gradual phasing out of nuclear power, with 39.1% of the vote, while 38.7% supported an immediate phase-out, and 18.9% favored maintaining the current nuclear program without expansion. source: washingtonpost.com
• France conducts nuclear test at Moruroa Atoll On March 23, 1980, France conducted a nuclear test at Moruroa Atoll in the Pacific Ocean. This test was part of a series of 22 nuclear tests conducted by France between 1979 and 1980, aimed at weapons development. The test was conducted underground at the Zoe and Yvonne Islands, Areas 3–4, Moruroa Atoll. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Allan Border scores 150* and 153 in both innings of Test match against Pakistan On March 23, 1980, during the third Test between Australia and Pakistan at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium, Allan Border became the first and only player to score over 150 runs in both innings of a Test match. He scored an unbeaten 150 in the first innings and 153 in the second innings, leading Australia to a draw in the match. source: espncricinfo.com
• Donna Caponi wins LPGA National Pro-Am On March 23, 1980, Donna Caponi secured victory at the LPGA National Pro-Am, held at Desert Inn Golf & Country Club in Las Vegas, Nevada. This win marked one of her notable achievements during the 1980 LPGA Tour season. source: kronishsports.com

Events in 1980

March 23, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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March 23, 1980 was a Sunday and it was the 83rd day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

March 23, 1980 can also be written as 3/23/1980 in the US and as 23/3/1980 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on March 23, 1980:

• Russell Howard

  Popular British comedian and television presenter known for his witty stand-up comedy and engaging media presence.

• Kafétien Gomis

  French long jumper who achieved a personal best jump of 8.24 meters in August 2010, representing a notable achievement in track and field...

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Famous people died on March 23, 1980:

• Arthur Melvin Okun

  Prominent American economist known for his work on economic policy and the Okun's Law, which describes the relationship between unemployment...

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Famous people who died on March 23rd

March 23, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on March 23, 1980 was Another Brick In The Wall (Part II) by Pink Floyd, according to the music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

1. Pink Floyd - Another Brick In The Wall (Part II)
2. Dan Fogelberg - Longer
3. Queen - Crazy Little Thing Called Love
4. Andy Gibb - Desire
5. Spinners - Working My Way Back To You/Forgive Me Girl (Medley)

March 23, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on March 23, 1980 was Together We Are Beautiful by Fern Kinney, according to the music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

1. Fern Kinney - Together We Are Beautiful
2. Blondie - Atomic
3. The Jam - Going Underground / Dreams Of Children
4. Marti Webb - Take That Look Off Your Face
5. The Vapors - Turning Japanese

March 23, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on March 23, 1980 was And The Beat Goes On by The Whispers, according to the music chart for the week March 17th and March 23rd.

1. The Whispers - And The Beat Goes On
2. Ray, Goodman & Brown - Special Lady
3. The Brothers Johnson - Stomp
4. Kool & The Gang - Too Hot
5. Vaughn Mason And Crew - Bounce, Rock, Skate, Roll

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 23rd is Aries.

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March 23, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 23, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on March 23, 1980 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 23, 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 March 23, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 57% full, rising at 11:02 am and setting at 01:51 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 01, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Mar 31, 1980.

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Someone born on March 23, 1980 is:

46 years 2 months old,

or 554 months and 1 day old,

or 2409 weeks

or 16863 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 23, 1980?

You belong to the Generation X if you were born on March 23, 1980.

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