What Happened on August 29, 1997

Historical Events

  • At least 98 villagers are killed by the GIA in the Rais massacre, Algeria.
  • Netflix is founded by Marc Randolph and Reed Hasting in Scotts Valley, California as an online DVD rental business

About August 29, 1997

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 9 months and 1 day
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Mo Money Mo Problems - The Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy & Mase
  • UK #1 Song: Men in Black - Will Smith