What Happened on June 29, 1992

Historical Events

  • "Salome" opens at Circle in Sq Theater NYC for 9 performances
  • 2 earthquakes including 7.4 hits southern Calif
  • A's Dennis Eckersley sets record of 26th straight save of season
  • Algerian head of state, Mohamed Boudiaf, is assassinated by military officers during a public speech at the opening of a cultural center in Annaba

NHL Trade

NHL arbitrator decides Eric Lindros goes to Philadelphia Flyers instead of New York Rangers, after Quebec traded him twice; Quebec received 6 player, two draft picks and $15M


Famous Birthdays

  • Adam G. Sevani, American actor (Step Up), born in Los Angeles, California

Famous Deaths

  • Mohammed Boudiaf, president of Algeria, assassinated at 73
  • Pierre Billotte, French military officer (Battle for France WWII), dies at 86
Died in 1992 1992 Highlights

About June 29, 1992

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 31 years, 9 months and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Cancer

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Baby Got Back - Sir Mix-A-Lot
  • UK #1 Song: Abba-Esque Ep - Erasure