Historical Events
Historic Publication
Der Spiegel, Spiegel Online, publishes documents confirming German writer Günter Grass' membership of the Waffen-SS in World War II
Famous Deaths
- Doug White, American news anchor, dies of cancer at 61
- Faas Wilkes, Dutch soccer star (Xerxes, Fortuna, Inter Milan), dies at 82
- Rick Bourke, Australian rugby league player (Cronulla), dies of cancer at 52
- Te Atairangikaahu, New Zealand Māori Queen for 40 years, dies at 75
Died in 2006 2006 Highlights
About August 15, 2006
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 17 years, 8 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Leo
Holidays: Independence Day (India)
#1 Song: London Bridge - 
#1 Song: Hips Don't Lie - 