Historical Events
Appointment of Interest
Ernest Shonekan is appointed interim president of Nigeria by General Ibrahim Babangida
Famous Birthdays
- Keke Palmer, American actress (True Jackson, VP), born in Harvey, Illinois
Famous Deaths
- Alan Wharton, English cricketer (England batsman once v NZ 1949, scored 7 & 13), dies at 70
- Rockin Dopsie Sr. [Alton Jay Rubin], American zydeco singer, and accordion player, dies of a heart attack at 61
Died in 1993 1993 Highlights
About August 26, 1993
Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 30 years, 7 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver") - UB40
#1 Song: Mr Vain - Culture Beat
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