Historical Events
- Canada, Mexico, and the United States announce completion of negotiations for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Famous Birthdays
- Cara Delevingne, English fashion model, actress, and LGBT activist, born in London, England
Famous Deaths
- John Cage, American composer (4′33″; Imaginary Landscape No 1/O'O), dies of a stroke at 79
- Mazoon al-Mashani, 2nd wife of Sultan Said bin Taimur and Queen Mother of Oman, dies at about 72
- Patricia Harmsworth, Lady Rothermere [Bubbles], English socialite and actress, dies at 59
Died in 1992 1992 Highlights
About August 12, 1992
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 31 years, 8 months and 26 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
- #1 Song: End Of The Road (From "Boomerang") - Boyz II Men
- #1 Song: Rhythm Is A Dancer - Snap