Today in History for 31st December 1980

Historical Events

Events 1 - 3 of 3

- A Jewish owned hotel in Nairobi Kenya is bombed killing 18
- NY Islanders greatest shutout margin (9-0) vs Chicago Black Hawks
- Senegal president Leopold Senghor resigns

Famous Birthdays

Birthdays 1 - 2 of 2

- Matt Cross, American professional wrestler
- Richie McCaw, New Zealand rugby player

Famous Deaths

Deaths 1 - 3 of 3

- Arthur Wellard, cricketer (2 Tests for England, legendary 6-hitter), dies
- Marshall McLuhan, Canadian cultural philosopher, dies at 69
- Raoul Walsh, US director (High Sierra), dies at about 88

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