Famous Deaths
- Buzurg Alavi, Iranian writer (Panjah va sih nafar, Namal'ha), dies at 93
- Emily Hahn, American writer, dies at 92
- Enrique Peralta Azurdia, Colonel and military President of Guatemala (1963-66), dies at 88
- Eric Fenby, English composer and president (Delius Society), dies at 90
Died in 1997 1997 Highlights
About February 18, 1997
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 2 months and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Wannabe - Spice Girls
#1 Song: Don't Speak - No Doubt
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