What happened on Sunday May 23, 1982?

Here's what happened on May 23, 1982:

• HMS Antelope lost during the Falklands War HMS Antelope was a Royal Navy ship that was lost during the Falklands War on May 23, 1982. The ship was struck by an Exocet missile fired by Argentine forces, leading to a catastrophic fire and eventual sinking. This event marked a significant moment in the naval conflict of the war, highlighting the dangers faced by naval vessels during the conflict. source: bbc.com
• Iranian Troops Recapture Khorramshahr Iranian forces recaptured the city of Khorramshahr from Iraqi occupation on May 23, 1982, after 19 months. source: upi.com
• Cathy Morse Wins LPGA Golf Tournament Cathy Morse emerged victorious in the LPGA Chrysler-Plymouth Charity Golf Classic, showcasing her skill in professional women's golf.
• Extraordinary Surfboard Journey Colin Wilson accomplished an extraordinary feat by riding a surfboard for an impressive 294 miles, demonstrating remarkable endurance and skill.

Events in 1982

May 23, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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May 23, 1982 was a Sunday and it was the 143rd day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

May 23, 1982 can also be written as 5/23/1982 in the US and as 23/5/1982 in UK and Europe.

May 23, 1982 in May 1982 calendar

Famous people born on May 23, 1982:

• Apolo Ohno

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• Candide Thovex

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Famous people born in 1982

Famous people born on May 23rd

Famous people died on May 23, 1982:

• Karl Fochler
• Salesio Schiavi
• Enzo Emilio Galbiati
• Vincenzo Baldazzi

Famous people who died in 1982

Famous people who died on May 23rd

May 23, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on May 23, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

1. Paul McCartney - Ebony And Ivory
2. Rick Springfield - Don't Talk To Strangers
3. Charlene - I've Never Been To Me
4. Tommy Tutone - 867-5309/Jenny
5. Ray Parker Jr. - The Other Woman

May 23, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on May 23, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

1. Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder - Ebony And Ivory
2. Nicole - A Little Peace
3. PhD - I Won't Let You Down
4. Yazoo - Only You
5. Madness - House Of Fun

May 23, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on May 23, 1982 was It's Gonna Take A Miracle by Deniece Williams, according to the music chart for the week May 17th and May 23rd.

1. Deniece Williams - It's Gonna Take A Miracle
2. Ray Parker Jr. - The Other Woman
3. Dazz Band - Let It Whip
4. Patrice Rushen - Forget Me Nots
5. Cheri - Murphy's Law

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for May 23rd is Gemini.

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Babies born in May are either Taurus or Gemini. People born before May 20th are Taurus, while people born from May 21st have the sign of Gemini.

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May 23, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for May 23, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on May 23, 1982 was New Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on May 23, 1982 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 May 23, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 06:04 am and setting at 10:09 pm.

The previous full moon was on May 08, 1982 while the next full moon would come on Jun 06, 1982.

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Your place in the Universe on May 23, 1982

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Someone born on May 23, 1982 is:

44 years and 2 days old,

or 528 months and 2 days old,

or 2296 weeks and 1 day old,

or 16073 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on May 23, 1982?

There are 363 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Sunday May 23rd 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on May 23, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on May 23, 1982.

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