Donald Wills Douglas aircraft industrialist, known for american aircraft industrialist, died on 1981-02-01. Donald Wills Douglas Sr. (April 6, 1892 – February 1, 1981) was an American aircraft industrialist and engineer.
Donald Wills Douglas dies
Donald Wills Douglas aircraft industrialist, known for american aircraft industrialist, died on 1981-02-01. Donald Wills Douglas Sr.
Historical Significance
Donald Wills Douglas is American aircraft industrialist.
Key People
Events Before
Chrysler Europe is renamed Talbot
Chrysler Europe was the American automotive company Chrysler's operations in Europe from 1967 through 1978.
Real Records releases "Pretenders" in the UK, the debut album by The Pretenders
Pretenders is the debut studio album by British-American band the Pretenders, released in January 1980. A combination of rock and roll, punk and new wave music, it was an immediate success.
Pink Floyd's double album "The Wall" hits #1
The Wall is the eleventh studio album by the English rock band Pink Floyd, released on 30 November 1979 by Harvest CBS Records. It is the last album to include all four post-Barrett-era band members.
US President Jimmy Carter announces a US boycott of the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow after the Soviet invasion of Afgh
US President Jimmy Carter announces a US boycott of the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow after the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan
Cypriot-American model Angie Bowie (30) divorces British singer David Bowie (33) after just under 10 years of marriage
Cypriot-American model Angie Bowie (30) divorces British singer David Bowie (33) after just under 10 years of marriage
Events After
The "Epic in Miami," played in 85°F heat, sees the San Diego Chargers defeat the Miami Dolphins 41-38 in overtime in the
The "Epic in Miami," played in 85°F heat, sees the San Diego Chargers defeat the Miami Dolphins 41-38 in overtime in the AFC Divisional Playoff, setting numerous playoff scoring records
Paul Belmondo dies
Paul Belmondo dies
"Thirtysomething" stars Ken Olin and Patricia Wettig meet; they later marry
"Thirtysomething" stars Ken Olin and Patricia Wettig meet; they later marry
American singer Barbra Streisand and hairdresser/film producer Jon Peters' romantic relationship ends
Barbara Joan "Barbra" Streisand is an American singer, actress, songwriter, producer, and director.
NFC Championship, Candlestick Park, SF: San Francisco 49ers defeat Dallas Cowboys 28-27; "The Catch," an iconic moment i
NFC Championship, Candlestick Park, SF: San Francisco 49ers defeat Dallas Cowboys 28-27; "The Catch," an iconic moment in NFL history, Dwight Clark makes a fingertip touchdown catch from Joe Montana with 58 seconds remaining; SF goes on to win the Super Bowl
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Fall of the Berlin Wall
The Berlin Wall falls as East Germany opens its borders, symbolizing the end of the Cold War and the beginning of German reunification.
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Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster
The Space Shuttle Challenger breaks apart 73 seconds after launch, killing all seven crew members in one of the most devastating disasters in space exploration history.
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The "Epic in Miami," played in 85°F heat, sees the San Diego Chargers defeat the Miami Dolphins 41-38 in overtime in the
The "Epic in Miami," played in 85°F heat, sees the San Diego Chargers defeat the Miami Dolphins 41-38 in overtime in the AFC Divisional Playoff, setting numerous playoff scoring records
death
Bill Veeck dies
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on February 1, 1981?
- Donald Wills Douglas aircraft industrialist, known for american aircraft industrialist, died on 1981-02-01. Donald Wills Douglas Sr. (April 6, 1892 – February 1, 1981) was an American aircraft industrialist and engineer.
- Why is Donald Wills Douglas dies significant?
- Donald Wills Douglas is American aircraft industrialist.
- Who was involved in Donald Wills Douglas dies?
- Key figures include Donald Wills Douglas (aircraft industrialist).