What happened on Monday September 22, 1980?

About September 22nd, 1980, in brief:

  • Historical events: On September 22, 1980, Iraq launched a full-scale invasion of Iran, marking the start of the Iran-Iraq War. The Iraqi Air Force conducted surprise airstrikes on Iranian airfields, aiming to cripple Iran's air capabilities. This was followed by a ground invasion along a 644 km front, targeting key areas including the oil-rich Khuzestan province. The conflict would last nearly eight years, resulting in significant casualties and regional instability.
  • Day of the week: September 22nd, 1980 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
  • #1 US song: Upside Down by Diana Ross
  • #1 UK song: Feels Like I'm In Love by Kelly Marie
  • Popular movie: The Blues Brothers directed by John Landis

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September 22, 1980: What happened on that day?


Here's what happened on September 22, 1980:

  • Iran-Iraq War begins with Iraqi invasion of Iran On September 22, 1980, Iraq launched a full-scale invasion of Iran, marking the start of the Iran-Iraq War. The Iraqi Air Force conducted surprise airstrikes on Iranian airfields, aiming to cripple Iran's air capabilities. This was followed by a ground invasion along a 644 km front, targeting key areas including the oil-rich Khuzestan province. The conflict would last nearly eight years, resulting in significant casualties and regional instability. source: britannica.com
  • Solidarity trade union formed in Poland On September 22, 1980, delegates from 36 regional trade unions convened in Gdańsk, Poland, to establish Solidarity, the first independent labor union in a Soviet bloc country. This union emerged from the Gdańsk Agreement, which granted workers the right to form independent unions and led to significant political and social changes in Poland. source: britannica.com
  • Iraq launches invasion of Iran, marking start of Iran–Iraq War On September 22, 1980, Iraq initiated the Iran–Iraq War by launching a full-scale invasion of Iran. The conflict began with simultaneous Iraqi airstrikes on Iranian airfields and a ground invasion along the entire border. This marked the beginning of a protracted and devastating war that lasted nearly eight years. source: britannica.com
  • John Lennon and Yoko Ono sign recording contract with Geffen Records On September 22, 1980, John Lennon and Yoko Ono signed a recording contract with Geffen Records, marking their return to the music industry after a five-year hiatus. The agreement led to the release of their collaborative album, 'Double Fantasy,' which featured a mix of Lennon and Ono's compositions and was released on November 17, 1980. source: ultimateclassicrock.com
  • Youth riots in Tallinn following Propeller band's performance On September 22, 1980, the Estonian punk band Propeller performed at a soccer match in Tallinn's Kadriorg Stadium. After the halftime show, Soviet authorities prohibited the band from playing their post-match concert, leading to riots in Tallinn. Youths engaged in vandalism, including smashing store windows and overturning vehicles. The unrest spread to other Estonian cities, with approximately 150 people arrested. The incident highlighted growing anti-Soviet sentiments among Estonian youth. source: washingtonpost.com
  • Fernanda Tavares: Brazilian supermodel born on September 22, 1980 Fernanda Tavares is a Brazilian model born on September 22, 1980, in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. She began her modeling career at the age of 13 after winning the 'Elite Look of the Year' contest. Tavares has appeared on the covers of various fashion magazines, including L'Officiel Paris, and has walked the runway for renowned designers such as Chanel and Versace. She has also been featured in Victoria's Secret fashion shows and has appeared in anti-fur advertisements for PETA. source: en.wikipedia.org

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September 22, 1980: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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September 22, 1980: What were the main match results that day?

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  • New York Giants - Philadelphia Eagles : 3 - 35
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What day of the week was September 22, 1980?


September 22, 1980 was a Monday and it was the 266th day of the year 1980 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 22, 1980 can also be written as 9/22/1980 in the US and as 22/9/1980 in UK and Europe.

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Who was born on September 22, 1980?


Famous people born on September 22, 1980:

  • Fernanda Tavares
    Fernanda Tavares

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  • Liliana Santos
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  • Anne (Star Academy)
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  • Sandra Smith (reporter)
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  • Norbert Tarayre
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September 22, 1980: What famous people died on that day?


Famous people died on September 22, 1980:

  • Avice Landone
    Avice Landone

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September 22, 1980: Number 1 song on that day

The number 1 song on September 22, 1980 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week September 22nd and September 28th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).

September 22, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 22, 1980 was Upside Down by Diana Ross, according to the music chart for the week September 22nd and September 28th.

  1. - Upside Down youtube
  2. - All Out Of Love youtube
  3. - Another One Bites The Dust youtube
  4. - Give Me The Night youtube
  5. - Lookin' For Love youtube

September 22, 1980: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 22, 1980 was Feels Like I'm In Love by Kelly Marie, according to the music chart for the week September 22nd and September 28th.

  1. - Feels Like I'm In Love youtube
  2. - One Day I'll Fly Away youtube
  3. - Start youtube
  4. - Ashes To Ashes youtube
  5. - Don't Stand So Close To Me youtube

September 22, 1980: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 22, 1980 was Give Me The Night by George Benson, according to the music chart for the week September 22nd and September 28th.

  1. - Give Me The Night youtube
  2. - Funkin' For Jamaica (N.Y.)
  3. - Girl,don't Let It Get You Down
  4. - Upside Down youtube
  5. - Wide Receiver (Part I)
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September 22, 1980: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?


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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 22nd is Virgo.

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September 22, 1980: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 22, 1980 is Monkey and the associated element is Metal.

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September 22, 1980: What was the moon phase on that day?


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The moon phase on September 22, 1980 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 22, 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 September 22, 1980 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 06:04 pm and setting at 05:25 am.

The previous full moon was on Aug 26, 1980 while the next full moon would come on Sep 24, 1980.

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How old is someone born on September 22, 1980?


Someone born on September 22, 1980 is:

45 years 6 months old,

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