Historical Events
- IBM introduces its first Personal Computer (PC & PC-DOS version 1.0)
- Jon Erikson (US) becomes 1st to triple cross English Channel (38:27)
Famous Birthdays
- Djibril Cissé, French footballer
- Tony Capaldi, Northern Ireland footballer, born in Porsgrunn, Norway
1981 Highlights
About August 12, 1981
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 7 months and 16 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Endless Love - Diana Ross & Lionel Richie
- #1 Song: Green Door - Shakin' Stevens