Historical Events
Event of Interest
Indira Gandhi orders an attack on Sikh's holiest site, the Golden Temple in Amritsar
Famous Birthdays
- Cécilia Cara, French singer and actress, born in Cannes, France
- Iris Van Herpen, Dutch fashion designer, born in Wamel, Netherlands
Famous Deaths
- Frederick Stratten Russell, English marine biologist (plankton life history and long-term changes in marine ecosystems), dies at 86
- Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, Indies Sikh leader
Died in 1984 1984 Highlights
About June 5, 1984
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 39 years, 10 months and 22 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Gemini
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Time After Time - Cyndi Lauper
- #1 Song: Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go - Wham!