Historical Events
- American swimmer Mary T. Meagher breaks her own world women's 200 m butterfly record (2:05.96) in Brown Deer, Wisconsin
- Last broadcast of "The Waltons" on CBS-TV
- Test Cricket debut of Mike Whitney for Australia versus England at Old Trafford
About August 13, 1981
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 8 months and 15 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
