Date: December 1, 1997
Comet Hale–Bopp: Observers in China, Mongolia and eastern Siberia are treated to a rare double feature as an eclipse permits Hale-Bopp to be seen during the day. Date: March 9, 1997 Read more on Wikipedia → 📅 Other events on March 9 📅 Events on this day in 1997 📅 On This Day (Today) More…
After a civil war, Denis Sassou Nguesso proclaims himself President of the Republic of the Congo. Date: October 25, 1997 Read more on Wikipedia → 📅 Other events on October 25 📅 Events on this day in 1997 📅 On This Day (Today) More events from 1997Sierra Gorda Biosphere Established Through Grassroots Efforts, May 19,…
Before fleeing his northern stronghold, Khmer Rouge leader Pol Pot orders the killing of his defense chief Son Sen and 11 of Sen's family members. Date: June 10, 1997 Read more on Wikipedia → 📅 Other events on June 10 📅 Events on this day in 1997 📅 On This Day (Today) More events from…
In the worst incident in Algeria's insurgency, the Wilaya of Relizane massacres, 400 people from four villages are killed. Date: December 30, 1997 Read more on Wikipedia → 📅 Other events on December 30 📅 Events on this day in 1997 📅 On This Day (Today) More events from 1997U.S. House Reprimands Newt Gingrich for…
The Uphaar Cinema Fire took place at Green Park, Delhi, resulting in the deaths of 59 people and seriously injured 103 others. Date: June 13, 1997 Read more on Wikipedia → 📅 Other events on June 13 📅 Events on this day in 1997 📅 On This Day (Today) More events from 1997Denis Sassou Nguesso…
Mobutu Sese Seko, the President of Zaire, flees the country. Date: May 16, 1997 Read more on Wikipedia → 📅 Other events on May 16 📅 Events on this day in 1997 📅 On This Day (Today) More events from 1997US Acknowledges Laos Secret War, Dedicates Laos Memorial for Veterans May 15, 1997Comet Hale-Bopp Closest…