Historical Events
- Members of Red Brigades kidnap Brigadier General James L Dozier
Famous Birthdays
- 40 Cal. [Calvin Alan Byrd], American rapper, born in Harlem, New York
- Emma Laaksonen, ice hockey defenseman (Finland, Olympics 1998)
Famous Deaths
- Edwin Erich Dwinger, German writer (General Vlassov), dies at 83
Died in 1981 1981 Highlights
About December 17, 1981
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 4 months and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Physical - Olivia Newton-John
#1 Song: Don't You Want Me - Human League
