Historical Events
- Inkatha-arm forces killed 49 ANC-followers in Johannesburg
- Prince Ronald "Ronnie" Mutebi crowned king of Uganda
- The Allman Brothers Band guitarist Dickey Betts arrested for shoving 2 cops
Baseball Trade
Toronto Blue Jays obtain future Baseball Hall of Fame OF Rickey Henderson from Oakland in exchange for minor leaguers Steve Karsay and Jose Herrera
Famous Deaths
- Baudouin I, King of Belgium (1951-93), dies from heart issues at 62
- George Keyt, Sri Lankan painter, dies at 92
- Paul Henry, US Republicans Congressional leader, dies at 51
- Rob Jones "The Bass Thing" English musician (The Wonder Stuff), dies at 29
Died in 1993 1993 Highlights
About July 31, 1993
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 30 years, 8 months and 29 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Leo
Music Charts
#1 Song: Can't Help Falling In Love (From "Sliver") - UB40
#1 Song: Pray - Take That
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