Historical Events
- Last East Limburg coal mine closes in Gent Belgium
Sports History
New York Islanders celebrate defenseman Denis Potvin's 1,000 points and 1,000 NHL games at tribute night at Nassau Coliseum
Event of Interest
Pulitzer prize awarded to Toni Morrison for her novel "Beloved"
Famous Deaths
- Talib Rasul Hakim [Stephen Chambers], American composer (Visions of Ishwara; Az-Zaahir-Al Batin (The Outward-The Inward)), dies at 48
- William McMahon, 20th Prime Minister of Australia (Liberal: 1971-72), dies in his sleep at 80
Died in 1988 1988 Highlights
About March 31, 1988
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 36 years and 27 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
#1 Song: Man In The Mirror - Michael Jackson
#1 Song: Don't Turn Around - Aswad
