What Happened on October 15, 1992

Historical Events

Battle of Interest

Charles Taylor launches an offensive against Monrovia Liberia

  • Howard Stern radio show begins broadcasting on WLUP-AM, Chicago
  • NYC Subway motorman Robert Ray convicted of manslaughter in death of 5 riders, when he fell asleep drunk while in control of train

Famous Birthdays

  • Ncuti Gatwa, Rwandan-Scottish actor (Sex Education, Doctor Who), born in Nyarugenge, Rwanda
  • Vincent Martella, American actor (Everybody Hates Chris; Phineas and Ferb), born in Rochester, New York

Famous Deaths

  • Oliver Franks, British civil servant, ambassador to US (Report into Falklands War), and philosopher, dies at 87
Died in 1992 1992 Highlights

About October 15, 1992

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 31 years, 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Monkey
Star Sign: Libra

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: End Of The Road (From "Boomerang") - Boyz II Men
  • UK #1 Song: Sleeping Satellite - Tasmin Archer