Historical Events
- Microsoft announces it will invest $150 million in Apple Computer Inc
- Newly established NHL franchise Nashville Predators name Barry Trotz as inaugural coach; lasts 15 seasons and 1,196 regular season games
Cricket Record
Sri Lanka slams world record 952 for 6 in the 1st cricket Test against India in Colombo; Sanath Jayasuriya 340, Roshan Mahanama 225 - record partnership 576
1997 History
About August 6, 1997
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 10 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: I'll Be Missing You - Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112
#1 Song: I'll Be Missing You - Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Ft. 112
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