What Happened on July 5, 1991

Historical Events

  • American jockey Ray Sibille wins his 3,000th career race, aboard Sporting Surf at Pleasanton, California
  • France performs nuclear test at Mururoa atoll
  • MLB owners approve Colorado Rockies and Florida Marlins as new NL franchises to start play in 1993

Famous Birthdays

  • Jason Dolley, American actor and musician (Cory in the House), born in Los Angeles, California

Famous Deaths

  • Howard Nemerow, American poet laureate (Pulitzer), dies
  • Mildred Dunnock, dies at 87
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About July 5, 1991

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 32 years, 9 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Cancer

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