Historical Events
Papal Visit
Pope John Paul II visits New York City, and at the U.N. denounces all concentration camps and torture
Famous Birthdays
- Francisco Fonseca, Mexican soccer striker and broadcaster (43 caps, 21 goals), born in León, Guanajuato
- Maja Ivarsson, Swedish new wave rock singer (The Sounds - "Living In America"), born in Åhus, Scania, Sweden
About October 2, 1979
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 44 years, 6 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Libra
Holidays: Gandhi Jayanti (India)
Music Charts
#1 Song: Sad Eyes - Robert John
#1 Song: Message In A Bottle - The Police
