Historical Events
- Australian swimmer Ian Thorpe wins the men's 200m freestyle in Olympic record 1:44.71, giving him the 200/400m freestyle double at the Athens Olympics
Famous Deaths
- Acquanetta [Mildred Davenport], American actress nicknamed "The Venezuelan Volcano" (Tarzan & Leopard Woman), dies at 83
- Carl Mydans, American photographer (b. 1907)
- Ivan Hlinka, Czech ice hockey coach (b. 1950)
- Robert Quiroga, American boxer (b. 1969)
Died in 2004 2004 Highlights
About August 16, 2004
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 19 years, 8 months and 11 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Lean Back - Terror Squad
#1 Song: Babycakes - 3 Of A Kind
