Historical Events
- Anaheim Ducks clinch their 1st-ever playoff berth
- Braves officially open Turner Field against Cubs
- DMSP Titan 2 launched
- STS 83 (Columbia 22), launches
Famous Deaths
- Vladimir Solouchin, Russian writer, dies at 72
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About April 4, 1997
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 27 years and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aries
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Can't Nobody Hold Me Down - Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)
- #1 Song: Block Rockin' Beats - Chemical Brothers