Historical Events
- Inkatha-arm forces killed 49 ANC-followers in Johannesburg
- Prince Ronald "Ronnie" Mutebi crowned king of Uganda
- The Allman Brothers Band guitarist Dickey Betts arrested for shoving 2 cops
Baseball Trade
Toronto Blue Jays obtain future Baseball Hall of Fame OF Rickey Henderson from Oakland in exchange for minor leaguers Steve Karsay and Jose Herrera
1993 History
Famous Deaths
- Baudouin I, King of Belgium (1951-93), dies from heart issues at 62
- George Keyt, Sri Lankan painter, dies at 92
- Paul Henry, US Republicans Congressional leader, dies at 51
- Rob Jones "The Bass Thing" English musician (The Wonder Stuff), dies at 29
1993 Highlights
About July 31, 1993
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 30 years, 8 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver") - UB40
#1 Song: Pray - Take That
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