Historical Events
- NJ Devils' Dave Andreychuk is 26th NHL to score 500 goals
- Sandline affair: On Bougainville Island, soldiers of commander Jerry Singirok arrest Tim Spicer and his mercenaries of the Sandline International.
About March 16, 1997
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Can't Nobody Hold Me Down - Puff Daddy (Featuring Mase)
- #1 Song: Mama/Who Do You Think You Are - Spice Girls