Historical Events
- Falklands War: Argentinian forces land on South Georgia Island, precipitating war with the U.K.
- National Guard jet tanker crashes killing 27
Famous Birthdays
- Brad Jones, Australian footballer
- Jonathan Fanene, American football player
- Matt Littler, British actor
Famous Weddings
Al Unser Jr.
American race car driver Al Unser Jr (19) weds Shelley Leonard (23) at Valley View Bible Church in Paradise Valley, Arizona; divorce in 1999
Famous Deaths
- Randy Rhoads, American heavy metal guitarist (Quiet Riot), dies in an air crash at 25
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights
About March 19, 1982
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 1 month and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Love Rock 'N Roll - Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
#1 Song: The Lion Sleeps Tonight - Tight Fit
