What Happened on March 12, 1982

Historical Events

Sports History

1st-class debut of Courtney Walsh, Jamaica v Leeward Islands

  • PLO chief Yassar Arafat appears on "Nightline"

Famous Deaths

  • Elisabeth Zernike, Dutch writer (Course of Events), dies at 90
1982 Highlights

About March 12, 1982

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 42 years and 16 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Centerfold - The J. Geils Band
  • UK #1 Song: The Lion Sleeps Tonight - Tight Fit