What Happened on May 1, 1995

Historical Events

  • "Sold (The Grundy County Auction Incident)" single released by John Michael Montgomery (Billboard Song of the Year 1995)

Event of Interest

Croatian forces launch Operation Flash during the Croatian War of Independence.

  • Future Australian cricket captain Steve Waugh scores career best 200 including 231 partnership with brother Mark (126) in 4th Test win over West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica
  • Montreal Canadiens lose 2-0 at Buffalo to miss Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time in 25 years
  • Revival of Budd Schulberg's stage drama "On the Waterfront", adapted from his screenplay for the 1954 film, opens at Atkinson Theater, NYC; runs for 8 performances [1]

About May 1, 1995

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 29 years and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Taurus

Holidays: Labour Day (India)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: This Is How We Do It - Montell Jordan
  • UK #1 Song: Some Might Say - Oasis