Historical Events
- U.S. Congressman Mickey Leland (D-TX) and 15 others die in a plane crash in Ethiopia
Famous Deaths
- Mickey Leland, American politician (Rep-D-Texas 1979-89), dies with 15 others in plane crash in Ethiopia at 44
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights
About August 7, 1989
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 8 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Leo
Holidays: Civic Holiday (Canada), Summer Bank Holiday (Ireland, United Kingdom)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Right Here Waiting - Richard Marx
#1 Song: Swing The Mood - Jive Bunny and The Mastermixers
