Historical Events
- Atlanta Braves become 1st team to win 1st 12 games of the season
- The Provisional Irish Republican Army explode bombs in Belfast, Derry, Armagh, Ballymena, Bessbrook and Magherafelt; 2 civilians are killed and 12 injured
Famous Deaths
- Andy Sandham, English Cricket Batsman (14 Tests; 1st triple centurion 325 v WI 1930), dies at 91
Archibald MacLeish (1892-1982)
American poet (Conquistador) and playwright (J.B.), dies at 89
- Mimi Boesnach, actress (Wedding of Kloris & Roses), dies at 82
1982 Highlights
About April 20, 1982
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 9 months and 10 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus
Music Charts
#1 Song: I Love Rock 'N Roll - Joan Jett & the Blackhearts
#1 Song: Ebony And Ivory - Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder
