What Happened on August 22, 1992

Historical Events

  • FBI HRT sniper Lon Horiuchi shoots and kills Vicki Weaver during an 11-day siege at her home at Ruby Ridge, Idaho.

Cricket History

Greg Matthews (4/76) & Shane Warne (3/11) spin Australia to a famous 16-run win v Sri Lanka in 1st cricket Test in Colombo

Famous Birthdays

  • Naomi Ackie, English actress (The End of the F***ing World), born in London, England

Famous Deaths

  • Paul Winter, American classical and session violinist (NBC Orchestra, 1937-58), dies at 78
Died in 1992 1992 Highlights

About August 22, 1992

Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 31 years, 8 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: End Of The Road (From "Boomerang") - Boyz II Men
  • UK #1 Song: Rhythm Is A Dancer - Snap