Historical Events
- A Swedish DC-3 shot down by a Russian MiG-15 in the 1950s is finally recovered after years of work. The remains of the crew are left in place, pending further investigations.
- A truck and a bus crash head-on in Äänekoski, Finland. 24 people are killed and 13 injured.
- Taiwanese president Chen Shui-bian is shot just before the country's presidential election on March 20.
Famous Deaths
- Mitchell Sharp, Canadian politician (b. 1911)
Died in 2004 2004 Highlights
About March 19, 2004
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 20 years, 1 month and 9 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: Yeah! - Usher Featuring Lil Jon & Ludacris
#1 Song: Cha Cha Slide - Dj Casper
