What happened on Friday July 24, 1987?

Here's what happened on July 24, 1987:

• US Supertanker SS Bridgeton collides with mine in 1987 On July 24, 1987, the US supertanker SS Bridgeton collided with a mine in the Persian Gulf, which had been laid during the Iran-Iraq War. The incident caused significant damage to the vessel but fortunately resulted in no casualties. This event highlighted the dangers of maritime navigation in conflict zones during that period. source: britannica.com
• Hulda Crooks becomes oldest woman to climb Mt. Fuji On July 24, 1987, at 91 years old, Hulda Crooks became the oldest woman to summit Japan's Mount Fuji. Known as "Grandma Whitney," she had previously scaled California's Mount Whitney 23 times between the ages of 66 and 91. Her achievements inspired many, demonstrating that age is no barrier to pursuing one's passions. source: latimes.com

Events in 1987

July 24, 1987: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

LIFE magazines from July 1987

Newspapers from Jul. 24, 1987

Your poster from July 24, 1987

July 24, 1987 was a Friday and it was the 205th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 24, 1987 can also be written as 7/24/1987 in the US and as 24/7/1987 in UK and Europe.

July 24, 1987 in July 1987 calendar

Famous people born on July 24, 1987:

• Cafu

  Legendary Brazilian footballer considered one of the best right-backs in football history.

• Mara Wilson

  American actress known for her childhood roles in films like 'Mrs.

• Khalil Chemmam
• Mao Biao
• Reza Ghasemi
• Vasilij Artem'ev
• Ergül Avcı
• Thomas Hinum
• Ivan Prelec
• Cyriaque Louvion
• Maryon
• Veronika Staber
• Carlijn Jans
• Carmen Boza
• Fredrik Lindström
• Zack Sabre Jr.
• Cristino Gómez
• Matt Asiata
• Víctor Malcorra

Famous people born in 1987

Famous people born on July 24th

July 24, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 24, 1987 was Alone by Heart, according to the music chart for the week July 20th and July 26th.

1. Heart - Alone
2. Bob Seger - Shakedown
3. U2 - I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
4. Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)
5. George Michael - I Want Your Sex

July 24, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 24, 1987 was It's A Sin by Pet Shop Boys, according to the music chart for the week July 20th and July 26th.

1. Pet Shop Boys - It's A Sin
2. Bruce Willis - Under The Boardwalk
3. Madonna - Who's That Girl
4. Atlantic Starr - Always
5. Terence Trent D'Arby - Wishing Well

July 24, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 24, 1987 was Fake by Alexander O'Neal, according to the music chart for the week July 20th and July 26th.

1. Alexander O'Neal - Fake
2. Regina Belle - Show Me The Way
3. The Isley Brothers - Smooth Sailin' Tonight
4. LL Cool J - I'm Bad
5. Janet Jackson - The Pleasure Principle

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 24th is Leo.

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Babies born in July are either Cancer or Leo. People born before July 22nd are Cancer, while people born from July 23rd have the sign of Leo.

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July 24, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 24, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 24, 1987 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 24, 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 July 24, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:07 am and setting at 08:41 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jul 11, 1987 while the next full moon would come on Aug 09, 1987.

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Your place in the Universe on July 24, 1987

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Someone born on July 24, 1987 is:

38 years 10 months old,

or 466 months and 1 day old,

or 2026 weeks and 3 days old,

or 14185 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on July 24, 1987?

There are 61 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday July 24th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on July 24, 1987?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on July 24, 1987.

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