It was the year Britain went to war with Argentina over the Falkland Islands, Italy won football’s World Cup and Princess Diana gave birth to Prince William.
But what was happening locally?
Let’s take a look at some of the images our photographers captured across Mansfield and Ashfield almost 40 years ago.
Can you spot any familiar faces or maybe yourself?
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2. Glapwell Colliery CC
Can you recognise any of the Glapwell cricketers from the 80s?
Photo: Chad
4. Co-op Laundry
Can you recognise any ex-colleagues from your days at the laundry?
Photo: Chad
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