What Happened on February 4, 1988

Historical Events

  • Despite union calls to end the strike, rank-and-file seamen at major British ports refuse to return to work

Noriega Indicted

Panamanian General Manuel Noriega indicted by US federal grand jury for drug trafficking and racketeering

Famous Birthdays

  • Alexandros Pagalis, Greek footballer, born in Stuttgart, Germany
  • Carly Patterson, American gymnast (2004 Olympic Champion), born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
  • Eoin McDowell, Irish rugby player, born in Dublin, Ireland
  • Jeff Horn, Australian professional boxer (WBO welterweight title 2017), born in Brisbane, Australia

About February 4, 1988

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 2 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Could've Been - Tiffany
  • UK #1 Song: I Think We're Alone Now - Tiffany