Historical Events
- MD5 collision found by Chinese researchers.
- The National Assembly of Serbia unanimously adopts new state symbols for Serbia: Boze Pravde becomes the new anthem and the coat of arms is adopted for the whole country.
- Yana Klochkova of Ukraine wins the 200m individual medley in 2:11.14 at the Athens Olympics to wrap up the 200/400m medley double
Famous Deaths
- D-Roc the Executioner [Dennis Miles], American heavy metal musician (Body Count), dies of complications of lymphoma at 44
- GĂ©rard Souzay, French baritone, dies at 85
- Thea Astley, Australian novelist and short-story writer, dies at 78
Died in 2004 2004 Highlights
About August 17, 2004
Day of the Week: Tuesday
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