What Happened on July 2, 2001

Historical Events

  • AbioCor self contained artificial heart created.
  • Bush Administration announce that it will seek to let oil companies drill on about 1,500,000 acres of the Gulf of Mexico
  • UN Security Council, facing an almost certain Russian veto, agrees to postpone indefinitely a vote on the US-led "smart sanctions" package for Iraq

About July 2, 2001

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 22 years, 10 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Cancer

Holidays: Canada Day (Canada)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: U Remind Me - Usher
  • UK #1 Song: The Way To Your Love - Hear'say