Historical Events
Music Single
"Just to See You Smile" single released by Tim McGraw (Billboard Song of the Year 1998)
- Security guard Abner Louima, attacked by NYC police
- Yanks break Minnesota Twins Brad Radke's string of 12 straight wins
Famous Deaths
- Robert Satanowski, Polish opera conductor and general, dies at 79
About August 9, 1997
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 10 months and 1 day
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
Year of the Rat
Year of the Ox
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Year of the Rabbit
Year of the Dragon
Year of the Snake