Your place in the Universe on 2002
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Get your map!2002 (MMII in Roman Numerals) was the year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar, the 2002th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations.
Is 2002 a year special to you? Discover what 2002 was famous for, Key World Leaders of 2002, 2002 Time’s Person of the Year, the #1 song, movie and book in 2002, how old is someone born in 2002 and what Chinese zodiac sign is associated to 2002.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about 2002 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
In 2002, George W. Bush (Republican) was the President of the United States. His term spanned from January 20, 2001 to January 20, 2009. His administration led the U.S. response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks and initiated wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
In 2002 the UK Prime Minister was Tony Blair (Labour). His premiership saw the introduction of New Labour policies, major public service reforms, and military intervention in Iraq and Kosovo.
The leader of the Catholic Church in 2002 was Pope St John Paul II who had held the papacy since 1978. During his long pontificate, he played a key role in the fall of communism in Eastern Europe, expanded interfaith dialogue, and was a strong advocate for human rights.
The number 1 song in the USA in 2002, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was Dilemma by Nelly
The number 1 song in the UK in 2002, i.e. the best selling and most popular song of tha year, was How You Remind Me by Nickelback
The most popular movie and box office hit was The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers by Peter Jackson
Someone born in 2002 is 23 years old this year.
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According to the Chinese Zodiac and Astrology 2002 was the Year of the Horse.
Discover Zodiac Sign Characteristics and Personality Traits of people born under the Horse sign.