What happened on Wednesday November 26, 1997?

Here's what happened on November 26, 1997:

• US Technician Arrested for Espionage in Russia On November 26, 1997, Richard Bliss, an American telephone technician, was arrested in Russia on suspicion of espionage. This incident highlighted the ongoing tensions and complex diplomatic relations between the United States and Russia during the post-Cold War era. The arrest underscored the sensitive nature of international telecommunications and intelligence gathering during this period.
• US Technician Arrested for Espionage in Russia On November 26, 1997, Richard Bliss, an American telephone technician, was arrested in Russia on suspicion of espionage. This incident highlighted the ongoing tensions and complex diplomatic relations between the United States and Russia during the post-Cold War era. The arrest underscored the sensitive nature of international telecommunications and intelligence gathering during this period.
• US Technician Arrested for Espionage in Russia On November 26, 1997, Richard Bliss, an American telephone technician, was arrested in Russia on suspicion of espionage. This incident highlighted the ongoing tensions and complex diplomatic relations between the United States and Russia during the post-Cold War era. The arrest underscored the sensitive nature of international telecommunications and intelligence gathering during this period.
• Washington Capitals Retire Rod Langway's Jersey and Leave USAir Arena On November 26, 1997, the Washington Capitals played their final game at USAir Arena in Landover, Maryland, marking the end of an era for the team. During this memorable event, they honored defenseman Rod Langway by retiring his jersey number 5, recognizing his significant contributions to the franchise. Langway, known as 'The Capital Punisher', was a two-time Norris Trophy winner and a key player who helped establish the Capitals as a competitive NHL team during the 1980s.
• Washington Capitals Retire Rod Langway's Jersey and Leave USAir Arena On November 26, 1997, the Washington Capitals played their final game at USAir Arena in Landover, Maryland, marking the end of an era for the team. During this memorable event, they honored defenseman Rod Langway by retiring his jersey number 5, recognizing his significant contributions to the franchise. Langway, known as 'The Capital Punisher', was a two-time Norris Trophy winner and a key player who helped establish the Capitals as a competitive NHL team during the 1980s.
• Washington Capitals Retire Rod Langway's Jersey and Leave USAir Arena On November 26, 1997, the Washington Capitals played their final game at USAir Arena in Landover, Maryland, marking the end of an era for the team. During this memorable event, they honored defenseman Rod Langway by retiring his jersey number 5, recognizing his significant contributions to the franchise. Langway, known as 'The Capital Punisher', was a two-time Norris Trophy winner and a key player who helped establish the Capitals as a competitive NHL team during the 1980s.

Events in 1997

November 26, 1997: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Nov. 26, 1997

Newspapers from Nov. 26, 1997

November 26, 1997: What were the main match results that day?

NBA - American Basketball

• Atlanta Hawks - Toronto Raptors : 109 - 104
• Cleveland Cavaliers - Philadelphia 76ers : 95 - 89
• Los Angeles Lakers - Boston Celtics : 118 - 103
• Miami Heat - Orlando Magic : 84 - 60
• New Jersey Nets - Phoenix Suns : 99 - 111

Division 1 - Football (United Kingdom)

• Middlesbrough - Nott'm Forest : 0 - 0

Premier League - UK Soccer

• Chelsea - Everton : 2 - 0

November 26, 1997 was a Wednesday and it was the 330th day of the year 1997 in the Gregorian calendar.

November 26, 1997 can also be written as 11/26/1997 in the US and as 26/11/1997 in UK and Europe.

November 26, 1997 in November 1997 calendar

Famous people born on November 26, 1997:

• Aaron Wan-Bissaka

Famous people born in 1997

Famous people born on November 26th

Famous people died on November 26, 1997:

• Marguerite Henry

  Renowned American children's book author who specialized in horse-themed novels, most famous for her book 'Misty of Chincoteague'.

Famous people who died in 1997

Famous people who died on November 26th

November 26, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on November 26, 1997 was Candle In The Wind 1997 by Elton John, according to the music chart for the week November 24th and November 30th.

1. Elton John - Candle In The Wind 1997
2. Elton John - Something About The Way You Look Tonight
3. Usher - You Make Me Wanna..
4. LeAnn Rimes - How Do I Live
5. Somethin' For The People - My Love Is The Shhh!

November 26, 1997: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on November 26, 1997 was Barbie Girl by Aqua, according to the music chart for the week November 24th and November 30th.

1. Aqua - Barbie Girl
2. Natalie Imbruglia - Torn
3. Various Artists - Perfect Day
4. Elton John - Something About The Way You Look / Candle In The Wind
5. Barbra Streisand & Celine Dion - Tell Him

November 26, 1997: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on November 26, 1997 was My Body by LSG, according to the music chart for the week November 24th and November 30th.

1. LSG - My Body
2. Usher - You Make Me Wanna...
3. Somethin' For The People Featuring Trina & Tamara - My Love Is The Shhh!
4. Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott Featuring Da Brat - Sock It 2 Me/The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)
5. Next - Butta Love

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for November 26th is Sagittarius.

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November 26, 1997: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for November 26, 1997 is Ox and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on November 26, 1997 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on November 26, 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 November 26, 1997 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 5% full, rising at 03:16 am and setting at 03:24 pm.

The previous full moon was on Nov 14, 1997 while the next full moon would come on Dec 14, 1997.

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Someone born on November 26, 1997 is:

27 years 4 months old,

or 328 months and 28 days old,

or 1430 weeks

or 10010 days old,

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