Historical Events
- China performs nuclear test at Lop Nor, PRC
Famous Deaths
- David Warrilow, actor (Simon, Radio Days, Barton Fink), dies at 60
- Howard Koch, American playwright and screenwriter, dies at 92
- Marjorie Sykes, peace campaigner, dies at 90
- Ted Whitten, Australian rules footballer, dies at 62
- William Strethan "Wild Bill" Davis, musician, dies at 76
1995 Highlights
About August 17, 1995
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 11 months and 26 days
Leap Year: No
Generation Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Leo
