What Happened on April 13, 1985

Historical Events

  • "TASS" denounces US boycott of Moscow Olympics
  • Katrin Dörre wins 1st female World Cup marathon (2:33:30)

Event of Interest

Ramiz Alia succeeds Enver Hoxha as party leader of Albania

  • Space Shuttle Atlantis ferried to Kennedy Space Center via Ellington AFB, Texas

About April 13, 1985

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 39 years and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aries

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: We Are The World - USA For Africa
  • UK #1 Song: Easy Lover - Philip Bailey (Duet with Phil Collins)