What Happened on March 16, 2005

Historical Events

  • Israel officially hands over Jericho to Palestinian control.

Famous Deaths

  • Allan Hendrickse, South African politician (b. 1927)
  • Anthony George, American actor (Checkmate; Dark Shadows), dies of emphysema at 83
  • Dick Radatz, American baseball pitcher (MLB All Star 1963, 64; AL saves leader 1962, 64; Boston Red Sox), dies after falling down a flight of stairs at 67
  • Ralph Erskine, British architect (Byker Wall; Shopping, the first enclosed shopping mall - LuleĆ„, Sweden), dies at 91
  • William Lehman, American politician, dies at 91
Died in 2005 2005 Highlights

About March 16, 2005

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 19 years, 1 month and 18 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Z
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Candy Shop - 50 Cent Featuring Olivia
  • UK #1 Song: All About You/You've Got A Friend - Mcfly