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
- #1 Song: Every Breath You Take - The Police
- #1 Song: Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home) - Paul Young