What Happened on August 15, 1999
Historical Events
- Beni Ounif massacre in Algeria; some 29 people are killed at a false roadblock near the Moroccan border, leading to temporary tensions with Morocco.
Famous Deaths
- Hugh Casson, British architect (director of architecture of the Festival of Britain 1948, President of the Royal Academy) and artist, dies at 89
About August 15, 1999
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 25 years and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Holidays: Independence Day (India)
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