Historical Events
- 2 robbers wearing police uniforms rob armored truck of $3 M in NJ
- South Africa signs accord granting independence to South West Africa
- Tug hits oil barge, spreads 231,000 gal on 300 mi of WA & BC coast
Famous Deaths
- (Thomas) "Tucker" Smith, American stage and screen dancer, singer and actor (West Side Story - "Ice"), dies of cancer at 52
Chico Mendes (1944-1988)
Brazilian environmental activist and rubber tapper, assassinated at 44 by rancher Darcy Alves
- Frank Essed, Surinamese politician and forestry scientist (Operation Grasshopper), dies after being hit by a car at 69
1988 Highlights
About December 22, 1988
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 35 years, 3 months and 25 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Capricorn
Music Charts
#1 Song: Every Rose Has Its Thorn - Poison
#1 Song: Mistletoe And Wine - Cliff Richard
