Historical Events
- Second Congo War: The Congolese parties of the Inter Congolese Dialogue sign a peace accord which makes provision for transitional governance and legislative and presidential elections within two years.
Famous Deaths
- Angelo "Hank" Luisetti, American collegiate basketball forward (Stanford, 1935-38), 1st to use a one-handed shot, dies at 86
- James Hazeldine, British stage and screen actor (London's Burning), dies of an aortic dissection at 55
Died in 2002 2002 Highlights
About December 17, 2002
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 21 years, 4 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lose Yourself - Eminem
#1 Song: Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word - Blue Ft. Elton John
