Historical Events
- India defeat Pakistan in Under-15 World Challenge Final at Lord's
Famous Deaths
- Beverley Whitfield, Australian swimmer (Olympic Gold 1972), dies at 42
- George Brian Snape, businessman/rugby league entrepreneur, dies at 81
- Rio Reiser, German rock singer ("Ton Steine Scherben"), dies at 46
1996 Highlights
About August 20, 1996
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 5 months and 8 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Leo
