What Happened on July 18, 1984

Historical Events

  • 21 people are killed and 19 are injured in a massacre in a McDonalds restaurant in San Ysidro, California; it ends with the shooting of its perpetrator, James Oliver Huberty

Presidential Convention

Walter Mondale wins the Democratic Party presidential nomination in San Francisco

About July 18, 1984

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 9 months and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: When Doves Cry - Prince
  • UK #1 Song: Two Tribes - Frankie Goes To Hollywood