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In March of 1985, Mikhail Gorbachev became the leader of the Soviet Union after the death of former leader Konstantin Chernenko. Gorbachev became a transformative figure in the USSR as he ushered in new domestic and foreign policy reforms in an attempt to salvage the crumbling Communist system.
1985 was a common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1985th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 985th year of the 2nd millennium, the 85th year of the 20th century, and the 6th year of the 1980s decade.
What happened and who was famous in 1985? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1985.
Historical events from year 1985. Learn about 678 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1985 or search by date or keyword.
May 29, 2019 · The 80s were an amazing decade but did one year stand out more than the others? Here are 19 reasons why 1985 was the greatest year ever.
August 2 – Delta Air Lines Flight 191 crashes near Dallas, Texas, killing 137 people. August 4 – Major League Baseball player Rod Carew of the California Angels becomes the sixteenth player to achieve 3,000 hits in a career.
Timeline of the 80s, 1985. This is a list of important events the occured during 1985. Exact dates are listed when known. "We Are The World" is recorded by USA for Africa, America's response to the British "Do They Know It's Christmas".
