What Happened on July 2, 1982

Historical Events

  • In South Africa, the Internal Security Act is passed, giving massive powers to the authorities to investigate any organization or publication
  • Larry Walters rises to 16,000 feet over Los Angeles using a lawn chair and 42 helium balloons, [1]
  • Soyuz T-6 returns to Earth

Famous Deaths

  • Poul Rovsing Olsen, Danish composer, dies at 59
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights

About July 2, 1982

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 41 years, 9 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Don't You Want Me - The Human League
  • UK #1 Song: Happy Talk - Captain Sensible