What Happened on September 24, 1982

Historical Events

  • US, Italian & French peacekeeping troops begin arriving in Lebanon

Famous Birthdays

  • Morgan Hamm, American gymnast, born in Washburn, Wisconsin
  • Paul Hamm, American gymnast, born in Washburn, Wisconsin
Born in 1982

Famous Deaths

  • Paulus Akkerman, Dutch-Frisian baker, writer (Each om Each), and translator, dies at 74
  • Sarah Churchill, British actress (Matinee Theatre, All Over Town, Royal Wedding), dies at 67
1982 Highlights

About September 24, 1982

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 41 years, 6 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Libra

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Abracadabra - The Steve Miller Band
  • UK #1 Song: Eye Of The Tiger - Survivor