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Miracle on Ice
This game was a big win for the United States agains the Soviet Union creating tension on the cold war. The US beat the Soviets 4-3. -
Mount St. Helens
Mount St. Helens in Washington state erupted, causing over $1 billion dollars in damage and causing 57 deaths. The ash deposited covered 11 states. -
Pacman
Toru Iwatani created the famous game in 1980 and has been a famous icon ever since. Many spinoffs and merchandise has made this game have a lasting impact. -
Reagan Assassination Attempt
On this day, Ronald Reagan completed a speech and was headed toward his motorcade when he was shot at by John Hinckley Jr. -
MTV Airs
MTV: Music Television debuted on this day in history. It began as a great promotional tool for new and famous bands to get their music out to the public. -
First Woman Sworn into Supreme Court
Sandra Day O'Connor becomes the first woman into the Supreme Court. Ronald Reagan had nominated her from a campaign promise. -
Vietnam Memorial Opens
The Vietnam Memorial, designed by Maya Lin, opened to pay tribute to those who fought in the war. -
Star Wars Missile Defense System
Reagan introduced the Strategic Defense Initiative to prevent the US from a nuclear attack by the Soviet Union. The plan was pushed to light because of the Cold War when relations were tense. -
Steve Jobs Introduces the Macintosh Computer
Steve Jobs introduces the first Mac Computer, which completely changed the way we used computers. The device was revolutionary and paved a new way forward for technology. -
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
MLK Day is first observed in 1986 after a bill being passed in 1983. Observing the day as Civil Rights Day was another step closer to removing prejudiceness. -
Challenger Explosion
The Space Shuttle Challenger exploded shortly after takeoff. This explosion was a major devastation for the space program. It was devastating as well because teacher Christa McAuliffe was onboard during the explosion. -
Ryan Friederich's Birth
The birth of our teacher is quite obviously a very important event in the history of the 1980s and is very familiar in the minds of all Americans. -
Fall of the Berlin Wall
The destruction of the Berlin Wall was a symbol of the weakening Soviet Union and its strength. The Democratic nations saw this as a step towards a more united globe and peaceful nations.
