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What Happened on January 23, 1991

Historical Events

  • Bagogwe Massacre of Tutsi in and around Ruhengeri, Northern Rwanda
  • World's largest oil spill, caused by embattled Iraqi forces in Kuwait

Famous Deaths

  • Northrop Frye, Canadian writer and critic known for "Anatomy of Criticism", dies at 78
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About January 23, 1991

Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 33 years, 5 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aquarius

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: The First Time - Surface
  • UK #1 Song: Innuendo - Queen