Assassination Attempt on President Reagan: On March 30th, 1981, President Reagan was shot by John Hinckley Jr. in Washington D.C. Reagan and three others were injured, but all recovered from their wounds.
Wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer: On July 29th, 1981, Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer were married in a lavish ceremony at St. Paul's Cathedral in London. The wedding was watched by millions around the world and is considered one of the most iconic events of the 20th century.
First Space Shuttle Launch: On April 12th, 1981, the first Space Shuttle, Columbia, was launched on its first mission. This marked the beginning of a new era in space exploration and travel, and set the stage for numerous scientific and technological advances.
Iran-Iraq War Begins: In September of 1981, the Iran-Iraq War officially began. The conflict lasted for eight years and resulted in hundreds of thousands of casualties on both sides.
Sandra Day O'Connor Becomes First Female Supreme Court Justice: On September 25th, 1981, Sandra Day O'Connor was confirmed as the first female justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Her appointment marked a significant milestone for women's rights and equality in the country.
These are just a few of the top news stories from 1981.
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