Historical Events
- Bomb attack in East Beirut, 25 killed
- NASA releases transcript from doomed Challenger, pilot Michael Smith could be heard saying, "Uh-oh!" as spacecraft disintegrated
Famous Birthdays
- Alexandra Chando, American actress (As the World Turns), born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Charles Aubroeck, Belgian painter and sculptor (Iron Tower), dies at 91
- Cliff Melton, American baseball pitcher (MLB All Star 1942; NL saves leader 1937; NY Giants), dies at 74
- Syd Curnow, South African cricket batsman (7 Tests, HS 47; Transvaal), dies at 78
Died in 1986 1986 Highlights
About July 28, 1986
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 37 years, 9 months and 2 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Glory Of Love (Theme From "The Karate Kid Part II") - Peter Cetera
#1 Song: The Lady In Red - Chris De Burgh
