Historical Events
- Dow Jones drops 192.25 pts
- In the Central African Republic, soldiers fire on foreign peacekeepers in the third major rebellion since May
Famous Deaths
- "Wino" Willie Forkner, American biker (Wild One), dies of heart attack at 77
Betty Shabazz
Betty Shabazz, American educator and civil rights activist who was the widow of Malcolm X, dies from burns suffered in a fire started by her young grandson at 63
1997 Highlights
About June 23, 1997
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 24 years, 7 months and 5 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Cancer