What Happened on August 21, 1980

Historical Events

  • People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) founded in a basement office in Takoma Park, Maryland

Famous Birthdays

  • Burney Lamar, American race car driver, born in West Sacramento, California
  • Paul Menard, American NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Driver, born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Born in 1980

Famous Deaths

  • Jack Cheetham, South African cricket batsman and captain (24 Tests; Western Province), dies at 60
1980 Highlights

About August 21, 1980

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 9 months and 13 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo

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