What Happened on May 13, 1998

Historical Events

  • Chelsea of England win 38th European Cup Winner's Cup against Stuttgart of Germany 1-0 in Stockholm
  • India carries out two nuclear tests at Pokhran, in addition to the three conducted on May 11. The United States and Japan impose economic sanctions on India.
  • Race riots break out in Jakarta, Indonesia, where shops owned by Indonesians of Chinese descent are looted and women raped

About May 13, 1998

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 25 years, 11 months and 15 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Taurus

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Too Close - Next
  • UK #1 Song: Turn Back Time - Aqua