Historical Events
- A Belgian Air Force C-130 Hercules carrying the Royal Netherlands Army marching band crashes on landing at Eindhoven Airport
- After 2,216 consecutive games at shortstop, Cal Ripkin goes to 3rd
- MSNBC begins Microsoft internet-NBC TV
- Southern Mexico hit with 6.5 earthquake
Famous Birthdays
- Vivianne Miedema, Dutch football player (Arsenal, Netherlands), born in Hoogeveen, Netherlands
Famous Divorces
Charles & Diana
Prince Charles and Diana, Princess of Wales, sign divorce papers
Famous Deaths
- Dana Hill, American actress (Vacation), dies at 32
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights
About July 15, 1996
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 27 years, 9 months and 14 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Cancer
Music Charts
- #1 Song: How Do U Want It/California Love - 2Pac Featuring K-Ci And JoJo
- #1 Song: Forever Love - Gary Barlow