Historical Events
- 5 British Army soldiers are killed when their armoured vehicle is ripped apart by a Provisional Irish Republican Army roadside bomb near Bessbrook, County Armagh
- Pirate Jim Bibby gives up a leadoff single to Brave Terry Harper, then retires next 27 batters
Famous Birthdays
- Calico Cooper, American actress (Lila Black-Bloomers) and dancer, born in Los Angeles, California
- Georges St. Pierre, Mixed Martial Arts Fighter
- Klaas-Erik Zwering, Dutch swimmer
- Luciano Figueroa, Argentine footballer
- Nate Cole, American singer-songwriter (Plus One; Castledoor), born in Houston, Texas
About May 19, 1981
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 42 years and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: Bette Davis Eyes - Kim Carnes
#1 Song: Stand And Deliver - Adam & The Ants
