What happened on Sunday July 06, 1997?

Here's what happened on July 06, 1997:

• NATO Expansion into Eastern Europe NATO leaders voted to invite Poland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary to join the alliance, with planned integration before the organization's 50th anniversary in 1999. This decision signaled a major geopolitical realignment following the end of the Cold War.
• Sojourner Rover Lands on Mars NASA's Mars Pathfinder mission achieved a historic milestone as the Sojourner rover descended from its lander and began exploring the Martian surface. This robotic explorer started inspecting the soil and rocks of the red planet, marking a significant advancement in space exploration.
• The Troubles: Drumcree Dispute Escalates In Northern Ireland, tensions erupted into five days of intense mass protests, riots, and gun battles in Irish nationalist districts, stemming from the ongoing Drumcree dispute. This event highlighted the deep-seated sectarian tensions during the later stages of the Troubles.
• Political Coup in Cambodia In a dramatic political shift, Hun Sen, a former Communist leader, ousted his rival co-prime minister, Prince Norodom Ramariddh, effectively consolidating his power in Cambodia's complex political landscape.
• Pete Sampras Wins 111th Wimbledon Men's Tennis Pete Sampras defeated Cedric Pioline in the men's singles final of the 111th Wimbledon Championships, further solidifying his dominance in professional tennis.
• Seich Sou Forest Wildfire in Thessaloniki A devastating wildfire consumed approximately 40 percent of Seich Sou, a critical forest located just north of Thessaloniki, Greece. The blaze posed significant environmental and urban risks, threatening several populated areas within the city's proximity.
• Wimbledon Women's Doubles Final Gigi Fernandez and Natasha Zvereva won the women's doubles title at Wimbledon, defeating N. Arendt and M. Bollegraf.
• Kelly Robbins Wins LPGA Jamie Farr Kroger Classic Kelly Robbins emerged victorious in the LPGA Jamie Farr Kroger Classic, showcasing her professional golf skills.
• Dream-Johnny Mercer Musical Closes The musical production closed at the Royale Theatre in New York City after a run of 109 performances, marking the end of its Broadway engagement.

Events in 1997

July 06, 1997: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jul. 06, 1997

Newspapers from Jul. 06, 1997

July 06, 1997 was a Sunday and it was the 187th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

July 06, 1997 can also be written as 7/6/1997 in the US and as 6/7/1997 in UK and Europe.

July 06, 1997 in July 1997 calendar

Famous people died on July 06, 1997:

• Chetan Anand

  Indian director, producer, and screenwriter (b. 1921).

Famous people who died in 1997

Famous people who died on July 6th

July 06, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on July 06, 1997 was I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans, according to the music chart for the week June 30th and July 6th.

1. Puff Daddy & Faith Evans - I'll Be Missing You
2. Hanson - MMMbop
3. Meredith Brooks - Bitch
4. Mark Morrison - Return Of The Mack
5. Bone Thugs N Harmony - Look Into My Eyes

July 06, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on July 06, 1997 was Mmm Bop by Hanson, according to the music chart for the week June 30th and July 6th.

1. Hanson - Mmm Bop
2. Eternal featuring BeBe Winans - I Wanna Be The Only One
3. Sarah Brightman & Andrea Bocelli - Time To Say Goodbye (Con Te Partiro)
4. Puff Daddy & Faith Evans - I'll Be Missing You
5. Rosie Gaines - Closer Than Close

July 06, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on July 06, 1997 was I'll Be Missing You by Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112, according to the music chart for the week June 30th and July 6th.

1. Puff Daddy & Faith Evans Featuring 112 - I'll Be Missing You
2. Changing Faces - G.H.E.T.T.O.U.T.
3. Rome - I Belong To You (Every Time I See Your Face)
4. Bone Thugs-N-Harmony - Look Into My Eyes (From "Batman & Robin")
5. Scarface Featuring 2Pac & Johnny P - Smile

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for July 6th is Cancer.

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July 06, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for July 06, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on July 06, 1997 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on July 06, 1997 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 July 06, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 10% full, rising at 07:23 am and setting at 10:11 pm.

The previous full moon was on Jun 20, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Jul 20, 1997.

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Someone born on July 06, 1997 is:

27 years 10 months old,

or 334 months and 7 days old,

or 1453 weeks and 2 days old,

or 10173 days old,

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