Historical Events
1st African American NY Police Commissioner
Benjamin Ward appointed 1st African American NY City Police Commissioner by Mayor Ed Koch
- Brunei gains complete independence from Britain
- Jose Happart installed as mayor of Voeren, Belgium
- Nigeria's National Assembly dissolves after military coup
Nigeria's Shagari Overthrown
President Shagari of Nigeria is overthrown in a military coup and Major General Muhammadu Buhari is installed as Head of State
1983 History
Famous Deaths
- Frank Link, actor (Burns & Schreiber Comedy Show), dies at 46
1983 Highlights
About December 31, 1983
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 2 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Say Say Say - Paul McCartney And Michael Jackson
- #1 Song: Only You - Flying Pickets