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What Happened on May 6, 1982

Historical Events

  • NHL Clarence Campbell Conference Final: Vancouver Canucks beat Chicago Black Hawks, 4 games to 1

Sports History

Seattle Mariners Gaylord Perry becomes 15th pitcher to win 300 games

Famous Birthdays

  • David Vencl, Czech free-diver (record ice dive without a wetsuit), born in Vrchlabí, Czechoslovakia

Famous Deaths

  • Sam Baker, American silent film actor (The Missing Link; The Lost City; The Sea Beast), dies at 75
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About May 6, 1982

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 42 years, 2 months and 6 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Taurus

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