Historical Events
- Republican Guard kills 64 civilians at Gninguilimin marketplace, in Chad
Famous Deaths
- (Alexander) "Duke" Burrell, American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader (Louisiana Shakers; Louis Jordan; Johnny Otis), dies at 73
- Eugen Suchoň, Slovak composer, dies at 84
- Randy Hobbs, American rock musician (Johnny Winter Band; McCoys), dies of heart failure at 45
1993 Highlights
About August 5, 1993
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 28 years, 5 months and 19 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo