Historical Events
- Apple makes its initial public offering on the US stock market - 38 years later it would become the 1st US company valued at over $1 trillion, 1st over $2 trillion two years after that, and 1st over $3 trillion three years after that
- US copyright law amended to include computer programs
Famous Deaths
- Jean Lesage, Canadian politician (19th Premier of Quebec, 1960-66), dies of throat cancer at 68
Died in 1980 1980 Highlights
About December 12, 1980
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 43 years, 4 months and 17 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lady - Kenny Rogers
#1 Song: Super Trouper - Abba
