What happened on Wednesday September 04, 1996?

Here's what happened on September 04, 1996:

• US Cruise Missile Strike Against Iraq The United States conducted a second consecutive day of military operations against Iraq, launching cruise missiles from naval vessels in the Persian Gulf. This action drew limited international support, with Australia backing the strike while France and Spain declined involvement, reflecting the complex geopolitical tensions of the mid-1990s.
• FARC Military Base Attack in Guaviare A significant escalation in the Colombian Civil Conflict occurred when the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) launched a major attack on a military base in Guaviare Department. This assault initiated three weeks of intense guerrilla warfare, resulting in at least 130 Colombian casualties and highlighting the ongoing internal conflict in Colombia.
• Marc Dutroux Investigation Continues The investigation into the notorious Belgian child predator Marc Dutroux intensified as two additional bodies were discovered beneath his residence, further exposing the horrific details of his criminal activities.
• Major White Rhino Horn Seizure in London London police executed a landmark anti-poaching operation, seizing 105 white rhino horns in what was described as the largest single confiscation of its kind. This significant interception highlighted global efforts to combat illegal wildlife trafficking.
• 13th MTV Video Music Awards The 13th MTV Video Music Awards celebrated notable musical achievements, with Alanis Morissette and Smashing Pumpkins receiving prestigious awards, marking a significant moment in 1990s alternative music culture.
• John Major's Campaign Strategy British Prime Minister John Major strategically introduced his wife Norma into the political campaign, attempting to humanize his public image and potentially soften the Conservative Party's perception among voters.

Events in 1996

September 04, 1996: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Sep. 04, 1996

Newspapers from Sep. 04, 1996

September 04, 1996: What were the main match results that day?

Division 2 - Football (France)

• Amiens - Sochaux : 1 - 2
• Chateauroux - Red Star 93 : 0 - 0
• Epinal - Louhans-Cuis. : 0 - 1
• Gueugnon - Charleville : 0 - 0
• Le Mans - Mulhouse : 2 - 0

Premier League - UK Soccer

• Arsenal - Chelsea : 3 - 3
• Blackburn - Leeds : 0 - 1
• Coventry - Liverpool : 0 - 1
• Derby - Man United : 1 - 1
• Everton - Aston Villa : 0 - 1

Eredivisie - Football (Netherlands)

• AZ Alkmaar - Volendam : 2 - 1
• Graafschap - Nijmegen : 4 - 0
• Roda JC - Ajax : 0 - 0
• Sparta - Twente : 1 - 2
• Willem II - Vitesse : 2 - 1

September 04, 1996 was a Wednesday and it was the 248th day of the year 1996 in the Gregorian calendar.

September 04, 1996 can also be written as 9/4/1996 in the US and as 4/9/1996 in UK and Europe.

September 04, 1996 in September 1996 calendar

Famous people died on September 04, 1996:

• Joan Clarke

  Brilliant cryptanalyst who played a crucial role at Bletchley Park during World War II, working alongside Alan Turing to break the Enigma...

• Rose Ouellette

  Canadian actress and manager (b. 1903).

• Victor Aaron

Famous people who died in 1996

Famous people who died on September 4th

September 04, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on September 04, 1996 was Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix) by Los Del Rio, according to the music chart for the week September 2nd and September 8th.

1. Los Del Rio - Macarena (Bayside Boys Mix)
2. Donna Lewis - I Love You Always Forever
3. Keith Sweat - Twisted
4. LL Cool J - Loungin'
5. Quad City DJ's - C'Mon N' Ride It (The Train)

September 04, 1996: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on September 04, 1996 was Ready Or Not by Fugees, according to the music chart for the week September 2nd and September 8th.

1. Fugees - Ready Or Not
2. The Spice Girls - Wannabe
3. Peter Andre - Flava
4. The Smurfs - I've Got A Little Puppy
5. Jamiroquai - Virtual Insanity

September 04, 1996: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on September 04, 1996 was Hit Me Off by New Edition, according to the music chart for the week September 2nd and September 8th.

1. New Edition - Hit Me Off
2. Keith Sweat - Twisted
3. Toni Braxton - You're Makin' Me High/Let It Flow
4. 112 Featuring The Notorious B.I.G. - Only You
5. LL Cool J - Loungin

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for September 4th is Virgo.

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September 04, 1996: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for September 04, 1996 is Rat and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on September 04, 1996 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on September 04, 1996 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on September 04, 1996 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 40% full, rising at 11:14 pm and setting at 02:37 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 28, 1996 while the next full moon would come on Sep 27, 1996.

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Someone born on September 04, 1996 is:

28 years 7 months old,

or 343 months and 19 days old,

or 1494 weeks

or 10458 days old,

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on September 04, 1996?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on September 04, 1996.

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