What Happened on July 22, 1983

Historical Events

  • Dick Smith makes 1st solo helicopter flight around the world
  • MLB California Angels outfielder Brian Downing's error ends his record streak at 244 games

Event of Interest

Polish Prime Minister Wojciech Jaruzelski lifts martial law after 19 months

Famous Birthdays

  • Arsenium [Arsenie Todiraș], Moldovan pop and electronic dance singer (O-Zone), born in Chișinău, Moldavian SSR, Soviet Union
  • Sharni Vinson, Australian actress and model
  • Steven Jackson, American football player

About July 22, 1983

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 8 months and 29 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: Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home) - Paul Young