1982 Newspapers

Find out what happened on any date this year with an original 1982 newspaper from Historic Newspapers’ extensive archive, featuring over 4 million newspaper originals from America’s most well established newspaper outlets.

The 1980s was one of the most dynamic decades in history, for America and all over the world. The digital age had begun, and computers began to make their way into the home, changing how humanity worked, spent leisure time, and communicated. It was the decade that gave birth to contemporary society, where popular culture was completely reshaped by technology and mass media, and cultural norms were challenged as American society became more fascinated with diversity.

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1982 Newspapers

1982 News Headlines

Original 1982 newspaper articles offer coverage of the most engrossing events of the year, from natural disasters, to tragic death, to new political leaders; all the highs and lows of the year are covered. Which 1982 headlines were particularly memorable or shocking?

It was during this year that the People’s Princess of England – Diana – gave birth to Prince William, Michael Jackson released “Thriller”, and the EPCOT Center opened to the public for the first time in Orlando, Florida.  An original 1982 newspaper is a fantastic way to reflect on this year in history, and will make an ideal gift for birthdays, anniversaries, or other special occasions.

January 11-17, 1982 
A brutal cold snap sends temperatures to all-time record lows in dozens of cities throughout the Midwestern United States.

January 17, 1982 
Cold Sunday sweeps over the northern United States.

February 27, 1982 
Wayne Williams is convicted of the murdering of two children and is sentenced to two consecutive life terms.

March 3, 1982
The Queen of England opens the Barbican Centre in London.

March 10, 1982 
The U.S. places an embargo on Libyan oil imports, alleging Libyan support for terrorist groups.

March 26, 1982 
A ground-breaking ceremony for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is held in Washington D.C.

April 2, 1982
Argentina invades the Falkland Islands.

April 21, 1982 
Queen Beatrix becomes the first Dutch monarch to address the United States Congress.

May 1, 1982 
The first day of the 1982 World’s Fair occurs in Knoxville, Tennessee, with over 100,000 people attending. An address given by President Ronald Reagan kicks off the fair, and over 11 million people attend the fair during its 6-month run.

June 8, 1982 
President Ronald Reagan becomes the first American chief executive to address a joint session of the British Parliament.

June 12, 1982 
A rally against nuclear weapons draws 750,000 to New York City’s Central Park. Jackson Browne, James Taylor, Bruce Springsteen and Linda Ronstadt attend. An international convocation at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine features prominent peace activists from around the world and afterward participants march on Fifth Avenue to Central Park for the rally.

June 21, 1982
Prince William of England is born at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, West London.

July 9, 1982
Intruder Michael Fagan breaks into Buckingham Palace and enters the Queen of England’s bedroom, evading both security guards and electronic alarms.

July 11, 1982
Italy beats West Germany 3-1 to win the 1982 FIFA World Cup in Spain.

October 1, 1982
Sony launches CDP-101, the first consumer compact disc player model.

October 1, 1982 
In Orlando, Florida, Walt Disney World opens the second largest theme park, EPCOT Center, to the public for the first time.

October 11, 1982
The Mary Rose, flagship of Henry VIII that sank in 1545, is raised.

October 13, 1982
The Ford Sierra is launched in Europe, replacing the Ford Cortina.

November 30, 1982
Michael Jackson releases “Thriller”, the biggest-selling album of all time.

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Rated 4.5 out of 5

based on 109 reviews

Paula G September 19 2023

Very unique, interesting to see what happens 70 years ago.

Deeanna Franklin Campbell September 19 2023

It was an 80th birthday gift for my dad. He loved it. Wonderful trip down memory lane. The paper is very fragile and turning the dry pages takes great care, but that just helped with the authenticity and magic of the look into the past. Thanks!

Benjamin W August 17 2023

This is a great product and is the perfect gift for a loved one

Kenneth Robinson August 11 2023

For a newspaper that’s 80+ years old and almost perfect, can’t go wrong.

Francis Fornara August 4 2023

No complaints except for received package crushed

Richard July 31 2023

The product was excellent, and the service outstanding…n

Maryflorence Cox July 21 2023

The best choice for gifts

B. Fisher July 19 2023

Well preserved and presented newspaper.

ProSurveyTaker July 14 2023

The communication as far as tracking was great. The site doesn't show you exactly what the paper you selected looks like, so that makes the whole thing a guessing game of sorts. My mother received her newspaper from 1945. She appreciated the ability to "touch" history, but the smell of the paper was almost unbearable. Be warned; sensitive noses may not be able to stand the smell of this product!

  • July 17 2023

    Thank you for your review.

    We are sorry to hear of your disappointment.

    The newspaper you have received is the original newspaper from that day in 1945, we do advertise that we sell original newspapers therefore due to the nature of the product and the storage process they will not arrive as a new newspaper would from today.

    As your product is over 78 years old, over time newspapers will age as they are genuine originals from that time and as part of the aging process they become fragile and dis-coloured thus giving it a tea stained effect, they also become brittle which is why we use archive tape where we can to reinforce the spine, the middle of the newspaper where it is folded and on areas which may deteriorate from excessive use but as you can appreciate, we cannot prevent deterioration we can only keep it in a humid environment which is why there maybe a musky smell.

    Please accept our apologies for any inconvenienced caused.

    Kindest Regards
    The Historic Newspapers Team

Craig July 11 2023

A wonderful well preserved and presented item