Historical Events
- US Marshals move in on Randy Weaver's cabin in Ruby Ridge, Idaho to apprehend him on firearms charges; an 11 day stand-off ensues
Famous Birthdays
- Brad Kavanagh, British stage and screen actor (House of Anubis - "Fabian"), and singer-songwriter, born in Whitehaven, Cumbria, England
Famous Deaths
- Dai Vernon [David Frederick Wingfield Verner], Canadian magician, dies at 98
- Lucille Brown, American actress (Our Gang - "Farina"(the 1st one)), dies after illness at 74
- Theo van Tijn, Marxist/social-historian, dies at 65
- Theodor Berger, Austrian composer. (Sinfonia Parabolica), dies at 87
1992 Highlights
About August 21, 1992
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 30 years, 9 months and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: End Of The Road (From "Boomerang") - Boyz II Men
#1 Song: Rhythm Is A Dancer - Snap