Historical Events
- China performs nuclear test at Lop Nor, PRC
NHL Record
Islander's Mike Bossy's 25th career hat trick
- NY Jets announce they are leaving Shea for Meadowlands
- USSR performs nuclear test at Eastern Kazakh/Semipalitinsk USSR
Famous Deaths
- Terence Cooke, cardinal/archbishop of NY, dies at 62
1983 Highlights
About October 6, 1983
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 4 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Libra
Music Charts
#1 Song: Total Eclipse Of The Heart - Bonnie Tyler
#1 Song: Karma Chameleon - Culture Club
