What Happened on August 31, 1994

Historical Events

  • Last Russian soldiers leave Estonia & Latvia

Sports History

Pentium computer beats world chess champ Garry Kasparov

  • The Provisional Irish Republican Army (Sinn Féin) declares a ceasefire in Northern Ireland

Sports History

Thierry Henry makes his professional debut for Monaco in a 2–0 loss against Nice


Famous Deaths

  • Artur Balsam, Polish-American pianist, dies at 88
  • Barbara Avedon, American scriptwriter (Bewitched), dies at 69
  • Norman "Doc" Jones, American jazz bass player (Jo Jo Parnell Trio), dies at 68
Died in 1994 1994 Highlights

About August 31, 1994

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 29 years, 7 months and 23 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Virgo

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: I'll Make Love To You - Boyz II Men
  • UK #1 Song: Love Is All Around - Wet Wet Wet