What Happened on March 3, 1980

Historical Events

  • 1st nuclear submarine, USS Nautilus is decommissioned
  • France performs nuclear test at Mururoa atoll

Event of Interest

Pierre Trudeau sworn in, for the second time, as the 17th Prime Minister of Canada

Famous Birthdays

  • Mason Unck, American football player

About March 3, 1980

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 1 month and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
  • UK #1 Song: Atomic - Blondie