Historical Events
- Terror group "The Illuminated Path" frees 260 prisoners in Peru
Famous Birthdays
Ben Roethlisberger (42 years old)
American football quarterback (Super Bowl 2005, 08; Pro Bowl 2007, 11, 14–17; NFL passing yards leader 2014, 18; Pittsburgh Steelers), born in Lima, Ohio
- Henrik Lundqvist, Swedish ice hockey goaltender (Olympic gold 2006; NHL Vezina Trophy 2012; NY Rangers), born in Åre, Sweden
- Kevin Kurányi, German soccer striker (52 caps; Schalke 04, Dynamo Moscow), born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Famous Deaths
- Philip K. Dick, American Sci-fi author (Hugo-1963; Dr Futurity), dies after a series of strokes at 53
Died in 1982 1982 Highlights
About March 2, 1982
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 1 month and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Centerfold - The J. Geils Band
#1 Song: The Lion Sleeps Tonight - Tight Fit
