Historical Events
Appointment of Interest
Benjamin Ward appointed 1st African American NY City Police Commissioner by Mayor Ed Koch
- Brunei gains complete independence from Britain
- Jose Happart installed as mayor of Voeren, Belgium
- Nigeria's National Assembly dissolves after military coup
Coup d'état
President Shagari of Nigeria is overthrown in a military coup and Major General Muhammadu Buhari is installed as Head of State
1983 History
Famous Deaths
- Bill Hunt, cricketer (Test for Aust, out 0, took 0-25 & 0-14), dies
- Frank Link, actor (Burns & Schreiber Comedy Show), dies at 46
About December 31, 1983
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 5 months and 9 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Say Say Say - Paul McCartney And Michael Jackson
#1 Song: Only You - Flying Pickets
