Historical Events
- KCs' John Wathan steals 31st en route to 36 base for catcher's record
Famous Birthdays
- Kim Kallstrom, Swedish footballer, born in Sandviken, Sweden
Famous Deaths
- Giorgio Abetti, Italian astronomer (Solar physics), dies at 99
- Jack Siedle, cricketer (batted in 18 Tests for South Africa), dies
1982 Highlights
About August 24, 1982
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 7 months and 7 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Eye Of The Tiger - Survivor
#1 Song: Come On Eileen - Dexy's Midnight Runners with The Emerald Express
