What Happened on June 20, 1983

Day of the Week: Monday

Historical Events


Sport awardGolf Major

83rd US Golf Open: Larry Nelson shoots a 280 at Oakmont CC PA

Golfer and Three-Time Major Championship Winner Larry Nelson
Golfer and Three-Time Major Championship Winner
Larry Nelson
  • Iran moves into northern Iraq (casualties top 13,800 in ten days)
  • NY Yankee Bobby Murcer retires

Famous Birthdays

  • Cherrie Ying, Hong Kong actress
  • Darren Sproles, American football player
  • Josh Childress, American basketball player