Historical Events
- After 22 years, England Test cricket spinner Derek Underwood hits a maiden 1st class century (111) for Kent v Sussex at Hastings
- Dolphin rocket launched off San Clemente Island
- Supreme Court rules Jaycees may be forced to admit women as members
- West Indies cricket opener Gordon Greenidge scores brilliant 214 off 242 balls in 9-wicket Lord's Test win v England
Famous Birthdays
- Syed Rasel, Bangladeshi cricket swing bowler (6 Tests, 12 wickets; 52 ODIs, 61 wickets; Duronto Rajshahi), born in Jessore, Bangladesh
Famous Deaths
- Raoul Salan, French Army general and leader of OAS; Secret Army Organization (Algeria), dies at 85
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights
About July 3, 1984
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 9 months and 24 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: When Doves Cry - Prince
- #1 Song: Two Tribes - Frankie Goes To Hollywood