What Happened on July 16, 1983

Historical Events

  • Sikorsky S-61 disaster: A helicopter crashes off the Isles of Scilly, causing 20 fatalities in Britain's worst helicopter accident

Famous Birthdays

  • Sarah Quartel, Canadian composer, chiefly of choral music, born in London, Ontario

About July 16, 1983

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 9 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Every Breath You Take - The Police
  • UK #1 Song: Baby Jane - Rod Stewart