Historical Events
Event of Interest
River of No Return Wilderness Area, surrounding the Salmon River in Idaho, designated by US President Jimmy Carter
- Soyuz 37 ferries 2 cosmonauts (1 Vietnamese) to Salyut 6
Famous Birthdays
- Michelle Williams, American singer (Destiny's Child - "Say My Name"), born in Rockford, Illinois
Famous Deaths
- Keith Godchaux, American pianist, and singer (Grateful Dead, 1971-79 - "Let Me Sing Your Blues Away"), dies in a car accident at 32
- Mollie Steimer, American political prisoner and anarchist agitator, dies at 82
- Sarto Fournier, Mayor of Montreal (b. 1908)
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About July 23, 1980
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 9 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: It's Still Rock And Roll To Me - Billy Joel
#1 Song: Use It Up And Wear It Out - Odyssey
