What happened this day in history August 30, 1984

What are the important events that happened on August 30, 1984? Here are historical events, facts, and some myths about this day.

August 30, 1984: Facts & Myths About This Day

August 30, 1984 is the 243rd day of the year 1984 in the Gregorian calendar. There are 123 days remaining until the end of this year. The day of the week is Thursday.

Under the Julian calendar, this day is August 17, 1984 – a Thursday. Both day of the week are the same but did you notice the difference with the Gregorian calendar?

When this day started, 7,711,200 minutes has elapsed since midnight of January 1, 1970 – the Unix epoch.

Strange as it may, if we name this day after a polygon then it will be called ‘dihectatetracontatrigon’ day.

If a person born on this day saved a dollar every day starting at age 3, then by now that person has accumulated $13,388.00. (Assuming this person is still alive today.)

Virgo is the zodiac sign of a person born on this day. Peridot is the modern birthstone for this month. Diamond is the mystical birthstone from Tibetan origin that dates back over a thousand years.

Rat is the mythical animal and Wood is the element for this person if we consider the very old art of Chinese astrology.

My Birthday Ninja Facts Curious to discover some fun birthday facts about August 30, 1984? Listen to the number-one song on the day you were born. Find out what your birthday means! (Sponsored link)

August 30, 1984 Historical Events

  • 1984
    STS-41-D: The Space Shuttle Discovery takes off on its maiden voyage.

Who were born on August 30, 1984?

  • 1984
    Anthony Ireland, Zimbabwean cricketer

MyFirstName.Rocks What no one tells you about your first name’s personality. Are there hidden powers in your moniker? Check out Deanna’s personality and get smart about names today. (Sponsored links)