Independent Czech Republic
The Czech Republic becomes an independent state.
Historical events in 1993
698 historical records
January 199342 historical events
First Klaus Government
The First Klaus Government ends in Prague, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Czech Republic.
Second Klaus Government
Begins the Second Klaus Government in Prague and serves as Prime Minister of Czech Republic.
Single Market Launch
The European single market began with free movement goals covering goods, services, people and capital.
Single Market Launch
Heads the Italian government when the European single market begins operating with four freedoms.
Pre-Election Transition
Chea Sim continues as head of state before the 1993 election settlement
National Tax Reform Takes Effect
A major tax reform prepared under Finance Minister Juncker entered into force, changing the country’s tax arrangements during a period of European monetary integration.
Independence of Slovakia
Slovakia becomes an independent state.
Vance-Owen Peace Plan
Jointly develops the peace plan presented to the Bosnian parties.
Vance-Owen Peace Plan
Presents a proposed territorial and constitutional settlement for Bosnia.
START II Treaty Signed
Signs the START II Treaty with George H. W. Bush, requiring deep reductions in strategic nuclear weapons.
START II Treaty Signed
Signs START II with Boris Yeltsin to pursue deeper reductions in strategic nuclear arsenals.
Fourth Republic Inaugurated
Rawlings begins serving as an elected constitutional president as the 1992 Constitution enters into force and Ghana's Fourth Republic begins.
Chief of Army Staff
Abdul Waheed Kakar becomes Chief of Army Staff after the sudden death of General Asif Nawaz Janjua.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Rock Hall Induction
Inducts The Doors into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
EEA Implementation Act
Iceland enacts legislation giving domestic legal effect to the European Economic Area Agreement ahead of its scheduled entry into force.
Chemical Weapons Convention Opens for Signature
The United States joins the opening signature conference for the Chemical Weapons Convention.
PLO
Israel recognizes the PLO as no longer criminal
Death of Audrey Hepburn
Death of Audrey Hepburn
Coal Industry Review
Addresses Commons questions on British Coal and the future of the coal industry.
Energy Review
Updates the Commons on the Government energy review and the forthcoming coal review White Paper.
Industrial Competitiveness Division
Addresses Commons questions on the DTI's Industrial Competitiveness Division.
Death of Audrey Hepburn
Death of Audrey Hepburn, in Switzerland
Secret Oslo Channel Authorized
Arafat authorizes confidential contacts that develop into the Oslo negotiating channel between PLO representatives and Israeli officials.
Stalingrad
Directs Stalingrad.
Danish EMU Opt-Out Implementation
Becomes economic affairs minister as Denmark prepares to implement the monetary provisions of the Edinburgh settlement.
Maastricht Ratification Responsibility
Becomes foreign minister and takes responsibility for completing Denmark's Maastricht ratification process.
Government Change during Maastricht Ratification
Becomes prime minister as Denmark prepares legislation and a second referendum on the Edinburgh settlement and Maastricht Treaty.
Nyrup Rasmussen Premiership
Begins the Nyrup Rasmussen Premiership in Copenhagen and serves as Prime Minister of Denmark.
Prime Minister of Denmark
Appointed Prime Minister of Denmark
Schlüter Premiership
The Schlüter Premiership ends in Copenhagen, concluding this term as Prime Minister of Denmark.
President of Czech Republic
Is elected first President of the Czech Republic.
Constitution of Czech Republic
When the Czech Republic is created Havel stands for election as President and wins
Election
When the Czech Republic is created Havel stands for election as President and wins
President of Czech Republic
When the Czech Republic is created Havel stands for election as President and wins
Inauguration
Inaugurated President of the United States, 1st term
PLO
The Israeli Supreme Court unanimously upholds the deportations of 400 Palestinians from the occupied territories to Lebanon
First Constitution
First post-Soviet constitution confirms the presidential system
Deputy Prime Minister
Appointed Deputy Prime Minister of Ireland
Government
Helps create a Labour-Fianna Fail coalition
Army Expansion
Government expands the army rapidly to fight RUF rebels
February 199317 historical events
PLO
Yitzhak Rabin announces that his country would repatriate about 100 Palestinians deported to Lebanon, an offer rejected by the deportees
Death of Joseph Leo Mankiewicz
Death of Joseph Leo Mankiewicz
February RPF Offensive
Launches a major offensive after renewed violence against Tutsis.
RPF Advances toward Kigali
RPF forces advance rapidly before international pressure halts fighting.
Edinburgh Accession Bill
Introduces legislation for Denmark's accession to the Edinburgh decision and the Maastricht Treaty.
European Communities Act Amendment
Introduces legislation amending Denmark's European Communities Act as part of the renewed Maastricht ratification package.
Second Maastricht Referendum Bill
Introduces the bill providing for a referendum on Denmark's accession to the Edinburgh decision and Maastricht Treaty.
Constitution of South Africa
The ANC & NP agree on a transistional Government of "National Unity"
Constitution of South Africa
The ANC & NP agree on a transistional Government of "National Unity"
Parliamentary Reform
Razzaz participates in parliamentary reform connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.
Treaty of Maastricht
Heads Portugal when it completes formal notification of ratification to the treaty depositary.
European Regional Development Fund
Addresses Commons questions concerning European regional development funding.
Industrial Strategy
Addresses Commons questions concerning industrial strategy.
Inward Investment
Addresses Commons questions on attracting inward investment to the United Kingdom.
President Re-Elected
Diouf wins another presidential term
Siege of Waco
4 Federal Agents are killed searching for illegal guns & arresting David Koresh. 100 Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms agents arrive with search & arrest warrants
First Inflation Report Published
Robin Leigh-Pemberton oversees publication of the Bank of England's first quarterly Inflation Report analysing progress toward the government's inflation objective.
March 199326 historical events
President of Slovakia
Becomes Slovakia's first president.
Animal Nitrate Top Ten
Animal Nitrate reaches the UK Top Ten, helping establish Suede as one of Britain's leading new guitar bands.
Islamabad Accord
The Islamabad Accord names Hekmatyar prime minister in a power-sharing government led by Rabbani.
Government Report
Government defeat means a report stage, Maastricht ratification is delayed
Manufacturing and Unemployment
Takes part in a substantial Commons debate on manufacturing industry and unemployment.
Pardon
Refuses to pardon 1st World War servicemen executed for cowardice or desertion
DPRK Announces NPT Withdrawal
North Korea announces its intention to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty during the safeguards crisis.
Meeting with At the White House with President Clinton
Yitzhak Rabin meets at the White House with President Clinton, after which Rabin offers to negotiate the return of part of the Golan Heights to Syria
Rule of Golan Heights
Yitzhak Rabin meets at the White House with President Clinton, after which Rabin offers to negotiate the return of part of the Golan Heights to Syria
Death of Chishu Ryu
Death of Chishu Ryu
Discovery of Shoemaker-Levy 9
With Carolyn and Eugene Shoemaker, discovers the fragmented comet later destined to strike Jupiter.
Appointment as Prime Minister
Mobutu appoints Birindwa, producing rival claims to legitimate governmental authority.
Referendum Decree Signed
Calls a nationwide referendum on confidence in the president and the government's reform course.
Pink Floyd
To mark the Twentieth anniversary of the release of "Dark Side Of The Moon", the album is re-mastered, re-packaged and re-released
Pink Floyd
To mark the Twentieth anniversary of the release of "Dark Side Of The Moon", the album is re-mastered, re-packaged and re-released
Cardinal
Appointed Cardinal Bishop of Velletri-Segni
Death of Robert Frederick Chelsea Bobby Moore
Death of Bobby Moore
Election
Ezer Weizman is elected Israels 7th President
President of Israel
Ezer Weizman is elected Israels 7th President
Nuclear Power
Admits South Africa possesses nuclear weapons
South African Nuclear Arsenal Disclosed
Announces that South Africa built and subsequently dismantled six completed nuclear weapons and a seventh incomplete device.
March Impeachment Attempt Fails
Survives an impeachment vote in the Congress of People's Deputies after opponents fail to reach the required majority.
Academy Award
Wins Best Picture and Best Director Academy Awards for Unforgiven.
PLO
Israeli authorities bar West Bank Palestinians from entering Israel after two traffic police officers were shot to death
Peacekeeping Chief
Becomes Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations
Withdrawal-for-Peace Discussions
Israeli and American officials explored whether territorial withdrawal from the Golan Heights could form part of an agreement providing security guarantees and peace with Syria.
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Vancouver Summit with Clinton
Meets Bill Clinton at Vancouver for their first presidential summit and discusses economic reform, aid and strategic security.
Vancouver Assistance Package
Welcomes a United States assistance package supporting privatization, humanitarian aid and nuclear dismantlement after the Vancouver summit.
Suede Number One Debut Album
Suede's self-titled debut album enters the UK albums chart at number one.
Assassination of Christ Hani
Assassination of Christ Hani
Death of Christ Hani
Death of Christ Hani, assassinated
MTV Plugged
Releases In Concert MTV Plugged after performing with his early-1990s touring band.
Srebrenica Safe Area
Welcomes United Nations protection for Srebrenica's civilian population.
Srebrenica Safe Area
Oversees implementation of the Security Council's safe-area policy.
Hamas
In Israel 20 soldiers and civilians are injured in Hamass first suicide attack against Israelis
Suicide
In Israel 20 soldiers and civilians are injured in Hamass first suicide attack against Israelis
President of Turkey
Appointed President of Turkey, acting
1993 League Cup Final Winning Goal
Scores Arsenal's winning goal against Sheffield Wednesday in the League Cup final.
Caretaker Prime Minister
Mir Balakh Sher Mazari leads a caretaker government after Sharif's dismissal.
Dismissal of Sharif Government
President Ghulam Ishaq Khan dismisses Nawaz Sharif's government and dissolves Parliament.
Dismissal
President Ghulam Ishaq Khan dismisses Sharif and appoints a caretaker government.
Government Dismissal
Sharif challenges the presidential dismissal of his government.
National Assembly Dissolution
The President dissolves the National Assembly while removing Sharif.
Siege of Waco
The 51 day siege ends after the Waco compund is stormed & 72 cult members killed
The Who's Tommy Broadway
The Who's Tommy opens on Broadway.
1992 QB1 Discovery Published
Luu and Jewitt publish their discovery of 1992 QB1 as evidence for the long-suspected population beyond Neptune.
Bombing of Bishopsgate
The IRA bomb Bishopsgate, 1 killed & 40 injured, 300 million pounds worth of damage
IRA - Bombing of Bishopsgate
Government record concerning the IRA: The IRA bomb Bishopsgate, 1 killed & 40 injured, 300 million pounds worth of damage
IRA - Bombing of Bishopsgate
Historical IRA record under Conservative Party Government: The IRA bomb Bishopsgate, 1 killed & 40 injured, 300 million pounds worth of damage
IRA - Bombing of Bishopsgate
IRA context for John Roy Major: The IRA bomb Bishopsgate, 1 killed & 40 injured, 300 million pounds worth of damage
IRA
The IRA bomb Bishopsgate, 1 killed & 40 injured, 300 million pounds worth of damage
April Confidence Referendum
Wins a nationwide referendum vote of confidence in his presidency and reform programme.
Crazy Diamond - The Complete Syd Barrett
EMI release "Crazy Diamond - The Complete Syd Barrett" as a box set
April Referendum Reform Mandate
Treats the referendum result as political backing for continued reform despite persistent conflict with parliament.
Election
South Africas 1st ever multi-racial election
Peace Negotiations at Washington
After a hiatus of more than four months, Israeli and Arab delegates resume Middle East peace talks in Washington
Economy of Great Britain
The recession that had started just before Major came to office is declared over when the first quarter of the year had seen economic growth return for the first time since the second quarter of 1990
DPRK Board Non-Compliance Finding
The Board finds North Korea in non-compliance after inspectors encounter unresolved safeguards inconsistencies.
May 199342 historical events
Death of Ranasinghe Premadasa
Death of Ranasinghe Premadasa
Accords of Oslo
Yasser Arafat & Yitzhak Rabin sign the Oslo Accords. The Israeli Government recognizes the PLO as the legitimate representative of the Palestinian people while the PLO recognizes the right of the state of Israel to exist and renounces terrorism. Provides for elections in Palestinian controlled areas
Election
Provides for elections in Palestinian controlled areas
Accords of Oslo
In order that the Palestinians should govern themselves according to democratic principles, free and general political elections would be held for the Council
Accords of Oslo
The Israeli Government recognizes the PLO as the legitimate representative of the Palestinian people while the PLO recognizes the right of the state of Israel to exist and renounces terrorism.
Accords of Oslo
The Oslo Accords call for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from parts of the Gaza Strip and West Bank and affirm the Palestinian right to self-Government within those areas through the creation of the Palestinian Authori.
Accords of Oslo
Yasser Arafat & Yitzhak Rabin sign the Oslo Accords.
Election
In order that the Palestinians should govern themselves according to democratic principles, free and general political elections would be held for the Council
Independence of Palestine
The Oslo Accords call for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from parts of the Gaza Strip and West Bank and affirm the Palestinian right to self-Government within those areas through the creation of the Palestinian Authori
Rule of Gaza
The Oslo Accords call for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from parts of the Gaza Strip and West Bank and affirm the Palestinian right to self-Government within those areas through the creation of the Palestinian Authority. Leaders of Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) signed the Oslo Accords calling for Palestinian administration of the Gaza Strip, implemented in May 1994
Rule of West Bank
The Oslo Accords call for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from parts of the Gaza Strip and West Bank and affirm the Palestinian right to self-Government within those areas through the creation of the Palestinian Authori
Exile of Asil Nadir
The chairman of Polly Peck jumps bail & flees to Cyprus
Lovebirds Chart Debut
Dodgy enter the UK singles chart with Lovebirds during the band's early recording career.
President of Turkey
Appointed President of Turkey
Referendum Approval of Maastricht
Receives public approval to complete Denmark's ratification of Maastricht under the Edinburgh arrangements.
Second Maastricht Referendum
Welcomes the referendum result approving the Maastricht Treaty with the Edinburgh arrangements by 56.8 percent of votes.
Treaty of Maastricht
Sees the European Communities Amendment Bill pass its Commons Third Reading with a majority of 180.
Maastricht Rebellion
Votes against elements of the government's Maastricht legislation.
Treaty Ratification Opposition
Becomes associated with the Conservative parliamentary rebellion over Europe.
European Communities Amendment Bill
Challenges the government over parliamentary sovereignty and European integration.
Maastricht Rebellion
Opposes the legislation required to ratify the Maastricht Treaty.
Conservative Eurosceptic Revolt
Joins Conservative Eurosceptics resisting the treaty's transfer of authority.
Maastricht Rebellion
Rebels against the government during Maastricht legislation votes.
Maastricht Rebellion
Votes against the government during the Maastricht ratification struggle.
Treaty Ratification Opposition
Campaigns against transferring additional powers to European institutions.
Suspension from Office
The Supreme Court authorized proceedings against Carlos Andres Perez, and Congress suspended him from the presidency.
President of Venezuela
Appointed acting President of Venezuela after Carlos Andres Perez was suspended
Unplugged and Seated
Releases Unplugged and Seated after an MTV performance with Ronnie Wood.
Champions League Winning Manager
Guides Marseille to a 1-0 final victory and becomes the oldest coach to win the competition.
Deschamps Champions League Winning Captain
Captains Marseille to victory over Milan and lifts the European Cup at age twenty-four.
Boli Champions League Final Winning Goal
Heads Marseille's only goal against Milan to secure the first Champions League-era title.
Supreme Court Restoration
The Supreme Court restores Nawaz Sharif and the dissolved National Assembly.
Secretary of State for the Environment
Appointed Secretary of State for the Environment
Election Boycott
Khmer Rouge boycott national elections
EMU Opt-Out Referendum Campaign
Explains the economic implications of Denmark's special position on the third stage of economic and monetary union.
Edinburgh Agreement Referendum Campaign
Argues that the Edinburgh arrangements address Danish concerns while allowing Denmark to ratify the Maastricht Treaty.
Second Maastricht Referendum Campaign
Leads the government campaign for approval of Maastricht with the Danish arrangements secured at Edinburgh.
UEFA Cup Final Run
Captains Dortmund during its run to the UEFA Cup final, where Juventus wins the two-legged tie despite the German side’s progress through the tournament.
Manager
Clough is succeeded as Manager of Nottingham Forest by then Leyton Orient manager, and European Cup-winning Forest player under Clough, Frank Clark
Golden Boot Premier League
Finishes as the leading goalscorer in the Premier League with 22 goals for Nottingham Forest and Tottenham Hotspur. The campaign is particularly remembered for his finishing for two clubs in the inaugural Premier League campaign.
Retirement
The 1992-93 season is Cloughs 18th with Forest - and his last, they are one of the 22 clubs in the new Premier League, but the sale of key players like Teddy Sheringham and Des Walker, combined with the managers alcholism lead to a decline. Clough is succeeded as Manager of Nottingham Forest by then Leyton Orient manager, and European Cup-winning Forest player under Clough, Frank Clark
Pyonyang launches a missile into the Sea of Japan, USese anti-missiles reply
Pyonyang launches a missile into the Sea of Japan, USese anti-missiles reply
June 199325 historical events
The Dodgy Album
Dodgy's debut studio album enters the UK albums chart.
Marriage
Mariah Carey marries Tommy Mottola, CEO (Sony Music)
President of Venezuela
Appointed interim President of Venezuela
M81 Cepheid Distance
Freedman leads Hubble Cepheid measurements that refine the distance to galaxy M81 and improve estimates of the universe's age.
Attacks on UNTAC
Attacks on UN personnel increase
Death of Bernard Bresslaw
Death of Bernard Bresslaw
Presidency Ends
Chea Sim's head of state term ends as Sihanouk returns as head of state
Maastricht Ratification Completed
Denmark's ratification notification is deposited with the Italian government, completing the Danish constitutional process.
Danish Ratification Notification
Denmark completes its ratification step by notifying the Italian depositary after the successful second referendum.
Treaty of Maastricht
Heads Denmark when the government formally notifies completion of Maastricht ratification after the second referendum.
Copenhagen European Council
Represents Germany as leaders formulate conditions that future candidate countries must meet before joining the European Union.
Copenhagen European Council
Represents Greece as leaders establish conditions for future enlargement to Central and Eastern Europe.
Copenhagen Enlargement Criteria
Supports the Copenhagen criteria linking future enlargement to democracy, market economics and acceptance of Community obligations.
Copenhagen Enlargement Criteria
Supports criteria linking future accession to democracy, market economics and acceptance of Union obligations.
Prime Minister of Canada
Becomes Canada first woman prime minister.
Prime Minister of Turkey
Appointed Prime Minister of Turkey, 1st term, 1st female PM
1st Female Prime Minister
Appointed Prime Minister of Canada, Canada's 1st woman Prime Minister
Group of Seven
2nd woman in history to sit at the table of the Group of Seven leaders, after British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher
Prime Minister of Canada
Appointed Prime Minister of Canada, Canada's 1st woman Prime Minister
Copa del Rey Final Opening Goal
Scores the opening goal as Real Madrid defeat Zaragoza 2-0 in the Copa del Rey final.
Seventeenth Copa del Rey
Coaches Real Madrid to a 2-0 Copa del Rey final victory over Zaragoza.
Marriage
Actress Julia Roberts and country singer Lyle Lovett wed
Health of Michael Heseltine
Suffers a heart attack while on a private visit to Venice.
Constitutional Assembly Convened
Convenes a constitutional assembly to draft a new basic law for the Russian Federation.
RUF Guerrilla War
RUF continues guerrilla warfare and attacks rural communities
July 199325 historical events
Election
Jointly announces the 1st multi racial elections in history for 27 April 94
Election
Jointly announces the 1st multi racial elections in history for 27 April 94
A Storm in Heaven
The Verve's debut album A Storm in Heaven enters the UK albums chart.
Two Goals in 1993 Copa America Final
Scores both Argentina goals in the 2-1 Copa America final victory over Mexico.
Second Consecutive Copa America Title
Guides Argentina to a second consecutive Copa America championship with victory over Mexico.
Caretaker Prime Minister
Moeen Qureshi heads a caretaker administration after both civilian leaders resign.
Tokyo G7 Plus One Participation
Joins political discussions with G7 leaders in Tokyo as Russia's participation in major international economic summits expands.
Governor Appointed
Frank Savage becomes Governor of Montserrat
Transfer
Beardsley re-joins Newcastle for pounds 1.4 million, where his old team-mate and strike partner Kevin Keegan is manager
Transfer
Beardsley re-joins Newcastle for pounds 1.4 million, where his old team-mate and strike partner Kevin Keegan is manager
Legislation
The Treaty of Maastricht recieves Royal Assent
Treaty of Maastricht
Sees the European Communities Amendment Act receive Royal Assent, enabling British Maastricht ratification to proceed.
Maastricht Ratification
Wins parliamentary ratification battles over the Maastricht Treaty.
Andromeda Double Nucleus Announced
NASA announces Hubble evidence that the core of M31 contains a double nucleus, challenging simple models of the galaxy's central stellar structure.
Vote of Confidence
A tied vote of confidence in Parliament
Bombing of Lebanon
Israel launches its heaviest artillery and air assault on Lebanon since 1982 in an attempt to eradicate Hezbollah and Palestinian guerrilla threats
Hezbollah
Israel launches its heaviest artillery and air assault on Lebanon since 1982 in an attempt to eradicate Hezbollah and Palestinian guerrilla threats
PLO
Israel launches its heaviest artillery and air assault on Lebanon since 1982 in an attempt to eradicate Hezbollah and Palestinian guerrilla threats
Bombing of Lebanon
Israeli guns and aircraft pound southern Lebanon in reprisal for rocket attacks by Hezbollah guerrillas
Hezbollah
Israeli guns and aircraft pound southern Lebanon in reprisal for rocket attacks by Hezbollah guerrillas
Bombing of Lebanon
The fighting ended July 31 with a US-brokered cease-fire, Israel and Hezbollah the agree not to attack civilian targets, but the cease-fire is short lived
Ceasefire Agreement
The fighting ended July 31 with a US-brokered cease-fire, Israel and Hezbollah the agree not to attack civilian targets, but the cease-fire is short lived
Hezbollah
The fighting ended July 31 with a US-brokered cease-fire, Israel and Hezbollah the agree not to attack civilian targets, but the cease-fire is short lived
PLO
The fighting ended July 31 with a US-brokered cease-fire, Israel and Hezbollah the agree not to attack civilian targets, but the cease-fire is short lived
Return to Baabda Palace
President Elias Hrawi moves into the restored Baabda presidential palace after years in temporary accommodation, marking the reopening of the official presidency complex damaged during the civil war.
August 199326 historical events
Treaty of Maastricht
Leads Britain when the United Kingdom formally notifies completion of Maastricht ratification.
Arusha Peace Agreement
Signs the Arusha Peace Agreement with the RPF.
Power-Sharing Accord Signed
Accepts transitional power sharing and integration of armed forces.
Arusha Accords Signed
Signs the comprehensive Arusha peace accords.
Civil War Settlement Attempted
The agreement provides for power sharing and military integration.
Arusha Accords Accepted
Accepts the comprehensive peace settlement with the government.
RPF Joins Peace Settlement
RPF representation is planned within transitional institutions.
President of Bolivia
Sanchez de Lozada begins his first presidency with market and institutional reforms.
Prime Minister of Japan
Appointed Prime Minister of Japan, heading a non-LDP coalition
HMS Vanguard
HMS Vanguard is commissioned as the first British Trident ballistic missile submarine
Civilian Transfer
Represents a civilian transfer of power after the authoritarian period.
President of Paraguay
Takes office as Paraguay's first civilian president after the Stroessner era.
Oslo Accords
Supports the secret Oslo channel that produces the Israel-PLO Declaration of Principles.
Palestinian Authority
Supports the secret Oslo channel that defines the Palestinian Authority as an interim self-government body.
Declaration of Principles
Helps shepherd the secret Oslo channel that produces the draft Declaration of Principles before the Washington signing.
Declaration of Principles
Facilitates contacts in the secret Oslo process that leads to the Declaration of Principles on Palestinian self-government.
Oslo Agreement Initialled
Abbas participates in the secret diplomacy that produces an initialled Declaration of Principles after months of negotiations in Norway.
Accords of Oslo
Witnessed by Warren Christopher for the United States and Andrei Kozyrev for Russia, in the presence of US President Bill Clinton and Israels Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin with the PLOs Chairman Yasser Arafat
Accords of Oslo
Witnessed by Warren Christopher for the United States and Andrei Kozyrev for Russia, in the presence of US President Bill Clinton and Israels Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin with the PLOs Chairman Yasser Arafat
President of Nigeria
Appointed Interim Head of State of Nigeria after Ibrahim Babangida steps aside
Galileo Ida Flyby
Galileo flies past asteroid Ida, becoming the second spacecraft encounter with an asteroid.
Ida Surface Imaging
Galileo images Ida's heavily cratered surface and extensive regolith during the close asteroid encounter.
Independence of Israel
Israels Cabinet approves a framework for Palestinian autonomy in the occupied territories
Independence of Palestine
Israels Cabinet approves a framework for Palestinian autonomy in the occupied territories
PLO
Israels Cabinet approves a framework for Palestinian autonomy in the occupied territories
Russian Troops Leave Lithuania
The last Russian troops withdraw from Lithuania during Yeltsin's presidency.
September 199351 historical events
Faraway, So Close!
Directs Faraway, So Close!, sequel to Wings of Desire.
Brexit
Founds the UK Independence Party to campaign for withdrawal from the European Union.
International Accord
PLO leaders and Israel agree to recognize each other, clearing the way for a peace accord
PLO
PLO leaders and Israel agree to recognize each other, clearing the way for a peace accord
Israel Recognizes PLO
Rabin signs Israel's reciprocal recognition of the PLO as the representative of the Palestinian people ahead of the Oslo signing.
Declaration of Principles
Works with the PLO leadership as mutual recognition letters and the Declaration of Principles prepare the way for interim self-government.
PLO Recognition Letter to Israel
Arafat signs a letter recognizing Israel's right to exist in peace and security and committing the PLO to negotiated conflict resolution.
Accords of Oslo
Peres signs the Declaration of Principles on behalf of Israel
Accords of Oslo
Rabin signs the Declaration of Principles with the PLO in Washington
Gaza Jericho First
The Oslo framework sets the principle that Israeli withdrawal will begin with Gaza and Jericho
Independence of Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and PLO Chairman Yasser Arafat shake hands after signing an accord granting limited Palestinian autonomy, Arafat has control of most of the Gaza Strip and 27% of the West Bank
Independence of Palestine
Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and PLO Chairman Yasser Arafat shake hands after signing an accord granting limited Palestinian autonomy, Arafat has control of most of the Gaza Strip and 27% of the West Bank
International Accord
Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and PLO Chairman Yasser Arafat shake hands after signing an accord granting limited Palestinian autonomy, Arafat has control of most of the Gaza Strip and 27% of the West Bank
PLO
Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and PLO Chairman Yasser Arafat shake hands after signing an accord granting limited Palestinian autonomy, Arafat has control of most of the Gaza Strip and 27% of the West Bank
Rabin Arafat Handshake
Rabin shakes hands with Arafat after the signing ceremony on the White House lawn
Rule of Gaza Strip
Leaders of Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO) signed the Oslo Accords calling for Palestinian administration of the Gaza Strip, implemented in May 1994. Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and PLO Chairman Yasser Arafat shake hands after signing an accord granting limited Palestinian autonomy, Arafat has control of most of the Gaza Strip and 27% of the West Bank
Rule of West Bank
Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin and PLO Chairman Yasser Arafat shake hands after signing an accord granting limited Palestinian autonomy, Arafat has control of most of the Gaza Strip and 27% of the West Bank
Declaration of Principles
Signs related correspondence and supports the Declaration of Principles after secret negotiations produce the Oslo framework.
Declaration of Principles
Signs the Declaration of Principles on Interim Self-Government Arrangements at the White House, recognizing the PLO as Israel's negotiating partner.
Oslo Accords
Signs the Declaration of Principles with Yasser Arafat and recognizes the PLO as a negotiating partner.
Palestinian Authority
Signs the Declaration of Principles with the PLO, committing both sides to establish interim Palestinian self-government.
Oslo Accords
Arafat signs the Declaration of Principles in Washington, helping close the main phase of the First Intifada.
Oslo Accords
Shakes hands with Rabin after signing the Declaration of Principles.
Palestinian Authority
Accepts the Oslo framework under which an interim Palestinian Authority will administer parts of the Gaza Strip and West Bank.
Declaration of Principles
Attends the White House ceremony and accepts the Declaration of Principles as the framework for Palestinian interim self-government.
Declaration of Principles
Signs the Declaration of Principles for the PLO, committing to an interim self-government process in Gaza and the West Bank.
Palestinian Authority
The Oslo framework anticipates an elected Palestinian council and an interim self governing authority
Accords of Oslo
Abbas signs the Declaration of Principles on behalf of the PLO
Accords of Oslo
Abbas signs the Declaration of Principles on behalf of the PLO at the White House
Accords of Oslo
Arafat signs the Declaration of Principles with Israel in Washington
Gaza Jericho First
The PLO accepts Gaza and Jericho as the first areas for Palestinian self rule under the Oslo process
Rabin Arafat Handshake
Arafat shakes hands with Rabin in a public symbol of the new peace process
Declaration of Principles
Represents Russia, one of the witnesses to the Declaration of Principles signed in Washington.
Accords of Oslo
Kozyrev represents Russia as a witness at the signing ceremony for the Declaration of Principles
Accords of Oslo
Clinton hosts the White House ceremony for the signing of the Declaration of Principles
Rabin Arafat Handshake
Clinton stands with Rabin and Arafat during the symbolic handshake after the Oslo signing
Declaration of Principles
Hosts the White House signing ceremony for the Declaration of Principles between Israel and the PLO.
Oslo Accords
Hosts the signing ceremony for the Israel-PLO Declaration of Principles.
Declaration of Principles
Represents the United States as the Declaration of Principles is signed and witnessed in Washington.
Accords of Oslo
Christopher attends the White House ceremony as the United States witnesses the agreement
Peace Negotiations
Israel and Jordan sign a framework for negotiations, a day after the signing of a PLOi peace accord
Decree 1400 Dissolves Parliament
Issues Decree 1400 dissolving the Supreme Soviet and Congress of People's Deputies, triggering a constitutional confrontation.
Federal Assembly Elections Called
Calls elections for a new bicameral Federal Assembly while dissolving the existing Soviet-era legislature.
Health Reform
Announce a mandate for employers to provide health insurance coverage to all of their employees through competitive but closely-regulated health maintenance organisations (HMOs)
Reform of Royal Succession
Announce a mandate for employers to provide health insurance coverage to all of their employees through competitive but closely-regulated health maintenance organisations (HMOs)
Health of William Jefferson Bill Clinton
Announce a mandate for employers to provide health insurance coverage to all of their employees through competitive but closely-regulated health maintenance organisations (HMOs)
International Accord
The Israeli Parliament ratifies the Israel-PLO accord
PLO
The Israeli Parliament ratifies the Israel-PLO accord
SOC Premiership Ends
Hun Sen's State of Cambodia premiership ends with restoration of the kingdom
Constitution of Great Britain
1 member 1 vote is carried at the Labour Conference
Deputy President
Apointed Deputy President of the United Malayas National Organisation
October 199337 historical events
Emergency Rule during October Crisis
Declares emergency measures in Moscow as armed clashes escalate between the presidency and parliamentary opponents.
Ostankino Crisis Response
Orders security forces to defend key government and broadcasting facilities during armed attacks in Moscow.
Election
Wins a third presidential term through an uncontested referendum.
Presidential Referendum
Receives referendum approval for another six-year presidential term.
October Parliamentary Crisis Ends
Government forces regain control after armed clashes with parliamentary opponents in Moscow.
Al-Qaeda
Members of a Somali militia shoot down two Black Hawk helicopters, the US believes that Al-Qaeda fighters helped train those responsible for the incident in which 18 American servicemen were killed
Indigenous Law
Promulgates legislation recognizing indigenous peoples and creating the national indigenous development corporation.
International Accord at Cairo
Yitzhak Rabin and PLO chief Yasser Arafat hold their first official meeting in Cairo, Egypt, to begin work on realizing terms of the Israeli-PLO accord
PLO
Yitzhak Rabin and PLO chief Yasser Arafat hold their first official meeting in Cairo, Egypt, to begin work on realizing terms of the Israeli-PLO accord
General Election
Fresh elections follow the constitutional crisis and the resignations of the President and Prime Minister.
General Election - General Election
The Pakistan Peoples Party emerges as the largest party in the 1993 election.
General Election Election Outcome
General election outcome recorded for Benazir Bhutto: The Pakistan Peoples Party emerges as the largest party in the 1993 election.
General Election Government
Government context for this general election: The Pakistan Peoples Party emerges as the largest party in the 1993 election.
General Election
The Pakistan Peoples Party emerges as the largest party in the 1993 election.
National Human Rights Commission
The National Human Rights Commission is established under the Protection of Human Rights Act.
Treaty of Maastricht
Leads Germany when it submits its Maastricht ratification notification to the Italian depositary.
Foreign Secretary of Greece
Papoulias returns as Minister for Foreign Affairs.
Nobel Prize for Binary Pulsar
Taylor shares the Nobel Prize in Physics for work on the binary pulsar that enabled precise measurements consistent with orbital energy loss through gravitational waves.
Nobel Prize for Binary Pulsar
Hulse shares the Nobel Prize in Physics for discovering the binary pulsar whose orbital behaviour opened a new experimental route to studying gravitation and gravitational radiation.
Black Hole Complementarity
With Leonard Susskind and John Uglum, develops the stretched-horizon formulation of black hole complementarity.
Black Hole Complementarity
With Larus Thorlacius and John Uglum, develops black hole complementarity using a stretched-horizon description.
Prime Minister of Pakistan
Benazir Bhutto begins her second term as Prime Minister.
Currency Reform
Birindwa's government introduces the new zaire during severe monetary instability.
Prime Minister Takes Office
Haris Silajdzic becomes Prime Minister of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina
World Gone Wrong
Releases World Gone Wrong.
Death of River Phoenix
Death of River Phoenix
Assassination of Edwin Walker
Death of Edwin Walker
Assassination of Melchior Ndadaye
Assassinated during a coup
Coup
Assassinated during a coup
Peacekeeping Mission Leadership
Begins supervising implementation of the Arusha peace agreement.
UNAMIR Command
Takes command of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda.
Conference of Conservatives
Launches "Back to Basics" policy
Parliamentary Bust
Receives unusual parliamentary recognition through a commissioned bust during his lifetime.
Communist Activity Restricted after October Crisis
Temporarily restricts organizations implicated in the armed confrontation surrounding the Russian parliament.
Post-Crisis Constitutional Referendum Scheduled
Moves ahead with plans for a December constitutional referendum after the parliamentary confrontation ends.
Communist Party
Yeltsin temporarily bans the party again for its role in the Supreme Soviets just-concluded attempt to overthrow his administration
Coup
Yeltsin temporarily bans the party again for its role in the Supreme Soviets just-concluded attempt to overthrow his administration
November 199347 historical events
Treaty of Maastricht
Leads Belgium when Maastricht enters into force and the European Union formally begins.
Danish Maastricht Economic Arrangements Take Effect
Denmark's special Maastricht arrangements take effect as the Treaty on European Union enters into force.
European Union Membership Takes Effect
Oversees Danish foreign policy as the Maastricht Treaty enters into force and the European Union is established.
Treaty of Maastricht
Heads Denmark as the treaty becomes effective under the special arrangements secured after the Danish referendums.
Treaty on European Union Enters into Force
The Treaty on European Union enters into force with Denmark participating under the arrangements secured at Edinburgh.
Treaty of Maastricht
Serves as Foreign Minister when Maastricht enters into force and the European Union formally replaces the earlier Community framework.
European Union Comes into Force
Mitterrand saw the Maastricht settlement enter into force, formally creating the European Union.
Treaty of Maastricht
Serves as president when the Maastricht Treaty enters into force and formally establishes the European Union.
Treaty of Maastricht Enters into Force
Heads the German government when the Maastricht Treaty enters into force and the European Union is established.
Treaty of Maastricht
Leads Germany when the Maastricht Treaty takes legal effect and establishes the European Union.
Treaty of Maastricht
Serves as Foreign Secretary when Maastricht takes effect and Britain enters the new European Union framework.
Treaty of Maastricht
Leads Britain when the Maastricht Treaty enters into force and the European Union is established.
European Union Established
Serves as Foreign Minister when Greece becomes a member of the newly established European Union.
Treaty of Maastricht Enters into Force
Heads the Greek government when the Maastricht Treaty enters into force and the European Union is established.
Treaty of Maastricht
Returns as Greek prime minister shortly before Maastricht enters into force and the European Union is established.
Treaty of Maastricht Enters into Force
Heads the Irish government when the Maastricht Treaty enters into force and the European Union is established.
Treaty of Maastricht
Leads Ireland when the Treaty on European Union becomes effective on 1 November 1993.
Treaty of Maastricht Enters into Force
Heads the Italian government when the Maastricht Treaty enters into force and the European Union is established.
Treaty of Maastricht
Heads Italy as Maastricht takes effect and the European Union begins operating under the new treaty structure.
Treaty of Maastricht
Leads Luxembourg when the Treaty on European Union enters into force across the Twelve.
Treaty of Maastricht
Heads the Dutch government as Maastricht becomes effective and the European Union is formally established.
Treaty of Maastricht
Leads Portugal when the Maastricht Treaty enters into force and the European Union begins.
Treaty of Maastricht
Heads Spain as the Maastricht settlement becomes legally effective across the twelve member states.
EMU Third Stage Notification
The Danish government notifies the Council that Denmark does not intend to participate in the third stage of economic and monetary union.
Inauguration
Sworn in as Prime Minister of Canada
Prime Minister of Canada
Forms a Liberal majority government.
Railways Act
The Railways Act creates the legal framework for restructuring and privatising British Rail.
Election
The National Party retains office by narrowly winning the general election
Prime Minister of New Zealand
Appointed Prime Minister of New Zealand, 2nd term
United Nations Resolution 883 Sanctions
The Security Council tightens financial and aviation sanctions against Libya.
President of Pakistan
Farooq Ahmad Leghari becomes President of Pakistan.
Election
Abacha takes over power from the caretaker Government of Chief Ernest Shonekan, which was put into place by General Babangida after his annulment of the 12 June 1993 elections (won by Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola) causes massive unrest
Coup
Abacha takes over power from the caretaker Government of Chief Ernest Shonekan, which was put into place by General Babangida after his annulment of the 12 June 1993 elections (won by Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola) causes massive unrest
Election
Abacha takes over power from the caretaker Government of Chief Ernest Shonekan, which was put into place by General Babangida after his annulment of the 12 June 1993 elections (won by Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola) causes massive unrest
Constitution of Nigeria
Abacha brings civilian rule to an end in Nigeria
Coup
Abacha takes over power from the caretaker Government of Chief Ernest Shonekan, which was put into place by General Babangida after his annulment of the 12 June 1993 elections (won by Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola) causes massive unrest. Abacha brings civilian rule to an end in Nigeria
Election
Abacha takes over power from the caretaker Government of Chief Ernest Shonekan, which was put into place by General Babangida after his annulment of the 12 June 1993 elections (won by Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola) causes massive unrest
President of Nigeria
Appointed President of Nigeria. Abacha takes over power from the caretaker Government of Chief Ernest Shonekan, which was put into place by General Babangida after his annulment of the 12 June 1993 elections (won by Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola) causes massive unrest
President of Nigeria
Appointed military Head of State of Nigeria after the resignation of Ernest Shonekan
North American Free Trade Agreement
The Representatives apporoves North American Free Trade Agreement with Canada & Mexico
Louvre
The "Grande Louvre" is opened, 200 yrs after the Louvre is 1st opened to the public
Election
Elected President of Honduras
President of Honduras
Appointed President of Honduras
Chancellor of the Exchequer
Appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer
Special Representative Appointment
Heads the political component of UNAMIR.
UNAMIR Political Leadership
Becomes the Secretary-General's Special Representative for Rwanda.
Lipgloss Single
Releases Lipgloss as Pulp begin their breakthrough period on Island Records.
December 199334 historical events
Hubble Servicing Mission 1 Launch
Covey commands Endeavour as the first Hubble servicing mission launches with a crew trained to repair and upgrade the telescope.
State Visit
Razzaz participates in state visit connected with Jordanian political and historical developments.
Hubble Captured for Servicing
Nicollier uses Endeavour's robotic arm to capture Hubble and secure it in the payload bay for the first servicing mission.
Death of Frank Vincent Zappa
Death of Frank Vincent Zappa
Hubble Gyroscope Replacement
Musgrave begins the first servicing spacewalk and helps replace Hubble gyroscopes and their electrical control units.
PLO
A Palestinian boards a bus and opens fire with an assault rifle in the first major attack in Israel since the signing of a peace pact with the PLO; the gunman kills a reservist before being gunned down
Hubble Damaged Solar Array Released
Thornton releases a damaged original Hubble solar array that cannot be safely returned inside Endeavour.
Hubble Solar Array Replacement
Thornton helps replace Hubble's original solar arrays with improved arrays designed to better tolerate orbital temperature changes.
Presidential Election
Rafael Caldera won the presidential election leading the National Convergence coalition.
WFPC2 Installed on Hubble
Hoffman helps replace Hubble's original planetary camera with WFPC2, whose corrective optics compensate for the primary mirror flaw.
COSTAR Installed on Hubble
Akers helps install COSTAR, providing corrective optics for three Hubble science instruments affected by spherical aberration.
North American Free Trade Agreement
Clinton signs legislation implementing free trade with Canada and Mexico.
Hubble Orbit Boost
Bowersox pilots orbital maneuvers that raise Endeavour and Hubble into a higher orbit, extending the telescope's orbital lifetime.
Hubble Solar Array Electronics Repair
Musgrave helps replace solar-array drive electronics and complete magnetometer and electrical work during the mission's final spacewalk.
Hostages
3 British prisoners are released by the Iraqis after Heath visits Saddam Hussein
Joint Nobel Award
Is honoured for advancing a peaceful democratic transition.
Nobel Peace Prize
Receives the Nobel Peace Prize with F W de Klerk.
Hubble Released After First Servicing
Nicollier uses Endeavour's robotic arm to release the repaired Hubble back into orbit after Servicing Mission 1.
First State Duma Election under New System
Oversees elections to the new State Duma held alongside the constitutional referendum.
New Russian Constitution Approved
Voters approve a new constitution establishing a strong presidency and a bicameral Federal Assembly.
Hubble Servicing Mission 1 Completed
Covey commands Endeavour's return to Earth after the successful first Hubble servicing mission.
Declaration of Downing Street
Major & Reynolds agree an arrangement within which a united Ireland might be created
Unification
Major & Reynolds agree an arrangement within which a united Ireland might be created
Negotiates the Downing St Declaration
Negotiates the Downing St Declaration with John Major
Downing Street Declaration
Agrees the Downing Street Declaration with British Prime Minister John Major, advancing principles for a peace settlement.
Diplomatic Negotiations at Oslo
Shimon Peres and senior PLO officials end two days of closed-door talks in Oslo, Norway, in which they seek to break a deadlock over Palestinian self-rule in the occupied territories
Independence of Israel
Shimon Peres and senior PLO officials end two days of closed-door talks in Oslo, Norway, in which they seek to break a deadlock over Palestinian self-rule in the occupied territories
Independence of Palestine
Shimon Peres and senior PLO officials end two days of closed-door talks in Oslo, Norway, in which they seek to break a deadlock over Palestinian self-rule in the occupied territories
Agreement on Recognize one another
Israel and the Vatican agree to recognize one another, Pope John Paul II normalizes relations between the Vatican and Israel
Growth Competitiveness Employment White Paper
The Delors Commission proposed a European strategy linking competitiveness, employment and economic modernisation.
Deputy Prime Minister
Appointed Deputy Prime Minister
Deputy Prime Minister
Appointed Deputy Prime Minister
Deputy Prime Minister
President Yeltsin appoints Anatoly Chubais as Deputy Prime Minister
Duma
Appointed Member of Duma
Arrest of Sali Bersha
Imprisoned for 8 yrs, the DP is renamed the PSDS
Chairman
Appointed Chairwoman of the LIF
Fatwah
Islamic fundamentalists impose a sentence of death on writer Taslima Nasreen for her 1992 novel "Shame"
Shame
Islamic fundamentalists impose a sentence of death on writer Taslima Nasreen for her 1992 novel "Shame"
Fatwah
Islamic fundamentalists impose a sentence of death on writer Taslima Nasreen for her 1992 novel "Shame"
Shame
Islamic fundamentalists impose a sentence of death on writer Taslima Nasreen for her 1992 novel "Shame"
Constitution of Belgium
Brussels is granted devolved power
Rule of Brussels
Brussels is granted devolved power
Rule of Flanders
Flanders is granted devolved power
Rule of Wallonia
Wallonia is granted devolved power
Verheyen Begins Long Brugge Career
Gert Verheyen joins Club Brugge from Anderlecht and starts a lengthy spell defined by intelligent wing play and consistent goals.
Head of State
Appointed Head of State for Bulgaria
Bosnian War
Commands Bosnian government forces during the war.
Transfer to Barcelona
Romario de Souza Faria leaves PSV Eindhoven to take up a new playing role with Barcelona. Johan Cruyff recruited the Netherlands-based Brazilian finisher to spearhead Barcelona's attacking play.
Minister of National Defence
Appointed Minister of Defence
Prime Minister of Canada
Appointed Prime Minister of Canada
Election
Campbell & all but two of her party's candidates lose their seats in the national elections
Party Leader
Appointed Party Leader of the Progressive Conservative Party
Low Density Lambda Cosmology
Peebles develops observational arguments for a low-matter universe containing a cosmological constant, helping establish Lambda cosmology before the supernova discovery of acceleration.
Page Curve
Derives the characteristic entropy evolution now called the Page curve for radiation from an evaporating black hole under unitary evolution.
Prime Minister of Chad
Appointed Prime Minister of Chad
Prime Minister of Chad
Appointed Prime Minister of Chad
House of the Spirits Film Premiere
A film adaptation of Allende's debut novel premiered, introducing its family saga through cinema.
The Infinite Plan English Edition
The English-language edition of The Infinite Plan brought the novel to additional readers.
President of China
Appointed President of China
Vice President
Appointed Vice President of China
Rejects Rival Transitional Authority
Backs institutions competing with the opposition-led transition, leaving Zaire with rival claims to governmental legitimacy.
Foreign Secretary of Denmark
Appointed Foreign Minister of Denmark
Schmeichel Wins League Behind Cantona Attack
Schmeichel's goalkeeping provided an important defensive foundation during United's first championship campaign of the Premier League era.
Resignation of Eugenia Charles
Resigns as Party Leader of the Dominica Freedom Party, stays as Prime Minister
Yugoslavia Tribunal Is Established
The Security Council created the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia.
Ajax Number Ten Takes Central Role
Jari Litmanen becomes Ajax's creative and scoring focal point after Dennis Bergkamp's departure, developing an exceptional partnership with the club's young forwards.
Three Colours: Blue
Directs Three Colours: Blue, the French-language first film in the Three Colours trilogy.
Prime Minister of France
Appointed Prime Minister of France
Budget
From 1993 to 1995, is Minister for the Budget and spokesman for the executive in the cabinet of Prime Minister Edouard Balladur
Party Leader
Appointed Party Leader of the Socialist Party
Dramatic Real Madrid European Header
Antoine Kombouaré scored a famous stoppage-time header against Real Madrid as Paris Saint-Germain progressed from an extraordinary UEFA Cup quarter-final.
First Manchester United League Championship
Cantona helped Manchester United win their first English league title for twenty-six years after his midseason arrival from Leeds.
Galatasaray Champions League Disciplinary Incident
Cantona was sent off after Manchester United's European elimination against Galatasaray, ending a fraught away match with further controversy.
Number Seven Shirt Legacy Begins
Cantona became associated with Manchester United's number seven shirt and developed into the attacking focal point of Ferguson's championship side.
Midfield Engine Joins Paris
Vincent Guérin signed for Paris Saint-Germain and provided dynamic box-to-box support during the club's subsequent domestic championship seasons.
President of Gabon
Appointed President of Gabon, 4th term
Commonwealth
Georgia becomes a member of Russias Commonwealth of Independent States; Russia, in return, backs Shevardnadze against the Abkhaz rebels
Independence of Georgia
Georgia becomes a member of Russias Commonwealth of Independent States; Russia, in return, backs Shevardnadze against the Abkhaz rebels
Rule of Abkhazia
Separatists in the northwestern province of Abkhazia take over control by war, war between Abkhaz forces and Georgians kills 10,000 and leaves the Black Sea region as a de facto independent but unrecognized state. Georgia becomes a member of Russias Commonwealth of Independent States; Russia, in return, backs Shevardnadze against the Abkhaz rebels
Exile of Erich Honecker
After being under House arrest for four years is allowed to take exile in Chile
Election
Guilty on 3 counts of electoral fraud committed in the Dresden municipal elections
Trial
Guilty on 3 counts of electoral fraud committed in the Dresden municipal elections
UEFA Cup Defensive Leadership
Anchors Juventus's defence through the 1992-93 UEFA Cup campaign, helping the team overcome Borussia Dortmund in the final.
Somalia Peacekeeping
Oversees UN peacekeeping policy during the Somalia mission crisis
Much Ado About Nothing
Directs and stars as Benedick in the film adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing.
Schindler's List
Portrays concentration-camp commandant Amon Goeth in Schindler's List, earning an Academy Award nomination.
Naked
Directs Naked, a dark urban drama centred on an alienated drifter in London.
OBE
David Jason is made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)
Edgar Award
Wins an Edgar Award from the Mystery Writers of America for her work on Prime Suspect
Prime Suspect
Wins an Edgar Award from the Mystery Writers of America for her work on Prime Suspect
Drama
Dramatization of "Moonlight"
Trainspotting
Publication of "Trainspotting"
The Modern British Novel
Bradbury published a critical history of British fiction from the late nineteenth century onward.
Who Do You Think You Are
Bradbury published a collection combining stories and literary parodies.
Elastica Emergence
Fronts Elastica as the London band begins attracting attention within the developing Britpop scene.
Suede Mercury Prize
Suede win the Mercury Music Prize for their self-titled debut album.
Modern Life Is Rubbish
Blur release Modern Life Is Rubbish, an album that helps define the emerging British guitar-pop sound associated with Britpop.
Lipgloss Chart Breakthrough
Pulp's Lipgloss becomes one of the singles that brings Jarvis Cocker and the band into wider national attention.
Dave Clark 5
Owns the rights to all the Dave Clark Five music and in 1993 he released remastered versions of all their singles on a CD, Glad All Over Again
Black Tie White Noise
Releases the album Black Tie White Noise.
Drama
Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff write and direct the Broadway adaptation of the Who album Tommy
Ten Summoners Tales
Releases "Ten Summoners Tales"
Best Metal Performance
A double-live album, "Live and Loud," is released, the live version of "I Dont Wanna Change the World," earns Osbourne a Grammy Award for "Best Metal Performance."
Grammy Award
A double-live album, "Live and Loud," is released, the live version of "I Dont Wanna Change the World," earns Osbourne a Grammy Award for "Best Metal Performance."
I Dont Wanna Change the World
A double-live album, "Live and Loud," is released, the live version of "I Dont Wanna Change the World," earns Osbourne a Grammy Award for "Best Metal Performance."
Live and Loud
A double-live album, "Live and Loud," is released, the live version of "I Dont Wanna Change the World," earns Osbourne a Grammy Award for "Best Metal Performance."
Buick MacKane
Guns N Roses cover Buick MacKane on The Spaghetti Incident.
Wild Wood
Releases the solo album, "Wild Wood"
Unplugged ...and Seated
Releases "Unplugged ...and Seated"
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Cream briefly reunite to perform at the ceremony inducting them into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
The Battle Rages On
Returns to Deep Purple for The Battle Rages On, restoring the Mark II vocal line-up before Blackmore leaves again.
The Wedding Album
Duran Durans Eighth album, "The Wedding Album", is released
Wandering Spirit
Mick Jagger releases a solo album, "Wandering Spirit"
Everything Changes
Appears on Everything Changes as Take That become Britain's leading boy band.
Pray
Performs with Take That on Pray, the group's first UK number one single.
Relight My Fire
Appears on Relight My Fire, a major Take That single featuring Lulu.
Drama
Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff write and direct the Broadway adaptation of the Who album Tommy
Tony Award
Tommy is successfully adapted to the Broadway stage in 1993, with Townshends blessing and involvement, and wins five Tony awards
Have I Told You Lately
Releases a successful live version of Have I Told You Lately from Unplugged and Seated.
The Who's Tommy
Produces orchestral material for The Who's Tommy stage-related recordings.
Budget Policy
The 1993 Budget under Norman Lamont sets out the Government's taxation, expenditure and borrowing plans.
Budget
Norman Lamont presents the 1993 Budget to the House of Commons as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Home Secretary of Great Britain
Appointed Home Office Minister
Legislation
Legislation is passed to nationalize the railways
Privatization
Legislation is passed to nationalize the railways
Leasehold Reform Housing and Urban Development Act
Leasehold Reform Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 expands leaseholder rights and urban development powers
National Lottery etc Act
National Lottery etc Act 1993 creates the National Lottery framework
Railways Act
Railways Act 1993 restructures British Rail and prepares railway privatisation
Candidate List
Applies to join the Conservative Central Office list of parliamentary candidates.
Home Office Special Adviser
Moves from the Treasury to work as a special adviser at the Home Office.
Barbara Castles autobiography, Fighting All The Way, is
Barbara Castles autobiography, Fighting All The Way, is published
Death of Jo Grimmond
Death of Jo Grimmond
Quasi-Steady-State Cosmology
Hoyle, Geoffrey Burbidge, and Narlikar proposed a quasi-steady-state model with episodic creation of matter.
Footballer of the Year
FWA Footballer of the Year
Manager
Appointed player-manager of Barnsley
Transfer
Appointed player-manager of Barnsley
1993 FA Cup Replay Extra-Time Winner
Heads Arsenal's late extra-time winner against Sheffield Wednesday in the replay.
Norwich UEFA Cup Defence
Ian Butterworth formed part of Norwich City's defensive unit during the 1993-94 UEFA Cup campaign, in which the Canaries eliminated Bayern Munich.
Steve Potts Named Hammer of the Year
Steve Potts receives West Ham’s supporters award for his consistent defensive performances in their Premier League promotion season.
Graham Secures Cup Against Sheffield Wednesday
Graham ends the tournament with Arsenal on top after the 2-1 final against Sheffield Wednesday.
First Arsenal Women's FA Cup Title
Guides Arsenal Women to their first Women's FA Cup title with a 3-0 victory over Doncaster Belles.
Shearer Recovers From Serious Knee Injury
Shearer returns to Blackburn action after a knee ligament injury, resuming his development into a prolific Premier League goalscorer.
Cole Signs for Keegan Newcastle Attack
Andy Cole arrives from Bristol City and quickly becomes a prolific scorer for Kevin Keegan's Newcastle United, strengthening the newly promoted club's attacking options.
Third Place Premier League Attack
Chris Sutton was a key forward in Norwich City's 1992-93 Premier League campaign, when the Canaries challenged near the top of the table and finished third.
Wednesday Cup Run Centre Forward
Hirst provided the central attacking threat in a Sheffield Wednesday side that contested two major cup finals against Arsenal.
Record Scoring Second Tier Season
Whittingham scores 42 league goals for Portsmouth in the 1992–93 campaign, an exceptional haul that places the club close to promotion.
Goals in FA Cup Final and Replay
Scores Arsenal's goal in both the FA Cup final and its replay against Sheffield Wednesday.
Two Wembley Final Campaigns
Bright led Sheffield Wednesday's forward line in a season that brought appearances in both the FA Cup and League Cup finals.
Hughes Partners Cantona for United Title
Hughes provided robust centre-forward play alongside Cantona as Manchester United secured the 1992-93 English league championship.
Final Season Under Father at Forest
Nigel Clough completes the 1992-93 campaign under his father Brian as Nottingham Forest are relegated. Their long association ends when the manager retires and the forward later moves to Liverpool.
European Victory in Munich
Bryan Gunn played in goal as Norwich City recorded a historic away victory against Bayern Munich, with the German side held to one goal in the 1993 UEFA Cup match.
Premier League Runners-Up
Atkinson's team finishes second in the first Premier League season.
Manager
Appointed Player-Manager of Chelsea
First Premier League Championship
Manchester United secure the inaugural Premier League championship under Ferguson, ending the club’s 26-year wait for an English top-flight league title.
West Ham Premier League Promotion
Billy Bonds oversees West Ham United’s promotion as runners-up in the 1992–93 First Division, securing a place in the Premier League.
Smith's Side Narrowly Misses Premier League
Smith leads Portsmouth to the First Division play-offs after a season in which they finish behind automatic promotion rivals on goal difference.
Newcastle First Division Promotion Title
Keegan guides Newcastle United to the 1992–93 First Division championship, securing promotion to the new Premier League with an adventurous attacking philosophy.
Third Place in First Premier League Season
Mike Walker led Norwich City to third place in the 1992-93 Premier League, the highest league finish in the club's history.
First Professional Manchester United Contract
Beckham signed professional terms with Manchester United after progressing through the youth team. The agreement marked the transition from academy prospect to a senior footballer competing for first-team opportunities.
Leeds Defensive Partnership
Consolidates his position in the Leeds United defence after joining the club and helps provide stability during its early Premier League years.
1993 Women's FA Cup Final Goal
Scores in Arsenal's 3-0 victory over Doncaster Belles in the Women's FA Cup final.
Bayern Munich Olympic Stadium Volley
Jeremy Goss struck a spectacular volley as Norwich City beat Bayern Munich 2-1 in the 1993 UEFA Cup, becoming the first English club to win at the Olympiastadion.
Late Derby Equaliser Against Roma
Paul Gascoigne heads a dramatic late equaliser against Roma in the capital derby, producing one of the most celebrated moments of his spell with Lazio.
Transfer to Manchester United
Roy Keane joins Manchester United from Nottingham Forest. United won the race to sign the combative Irish midfielder following Forest's relegation.
Norwich Top Flight Wing Play
Ruel Fox supplied pace and creative wing play for Norwich City during the club's third-place finish in the inaugural Premier League season.
Player of the Year
Waddle is named the writers Footballer of the Year following a season of outstanding creative play that helps Sheffield Wednesday reach two domestic cup finals.
Giggs Attacks Alongside New Number Seven
Giggs supplied pace down United's left side while Cantona provided passes and combinations through the centre in a title-winning attack.
Prime Minister of Greece
Andreas Papandreou begins a term as Prime Minister of Greece in 1993.
Two-Week Visit to Greece
Constantine returns to Greece with his family for a private two-week visit, his most substantial visit since leaving the country in 1967.
President of Guatemala
Appointed President of Guatemala
President of Honduras
Appointed President of Honduras
Prime Minister of Hungary
Appointed Prime Minister of Hungary
Manager
Appointed caretaker Manager of the Hungarian side during the World Cup qualifiers.
A Suitable Boy
Publication of "A Suitable Boy"
HIV Testing and Care Centre
Suniti Solomon establishes YRG CARE, expanding voluntary HIV testing, counselling, clinical care and research in India.
PSLV-D1
The PSLV programme conducts its first developmental flight while U. R. Rao is chairman of ISRO.
Foreign Secretary of Indonesia
Appointed Foreign Minister, 2nd term
President of Indonesia
Appointed President of Indonesia, 6th term
Man Booker Prize
Publication of Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha, winner of the 1993 Man Booker Prize
Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha, winner of the 1993 Man Booker Prize
Publication of Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha, winner of the 1993 Man Booker Prize
Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha
Publication of "Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha"
PFA Players Award As Villa Defender
Paul McGrath was voted PFA Players' Player of the Year after exceptional defending as Aston Villa finished second in the inaugural Premier League.
Accords of Oslo
Peres backs the diplomatic initiative that leads to the Declaration of Principles
Accords of Oslo
Rabin authorises continued negotiations after the secret channel begins producing concrete understandings
Opposition to Oslo
Netanyahu and Likud criticise the Oslo process as a security risk for Israel
Opposition to Oslo
Israeli right wing opponents argue that the accords concede too much to the PLO
Prime Minister of Italy
Appointed Prime Minister of Italy
Reform of Electoral System
A new electoral system is based on 75% majority voting
Lazio Striker Wins Capocannoniere
Giuseppe Signori finishes the 1992–93 Serie A campaign as the division's leading scorer, demonstrating exceptional left-footed finishing in his first Lazio season.
UEFA Cup Final Decisive Goals
Scores twice in Juventus's 3-1 first-leg UEFA Cup final win away to Borussia Dortmund, setting the platform for a comfortable aggregate victory.
Fiorentina Hires Ranieri
Fiorentina appoint Ranieri following relegation, seeking an immediate return to Italy's top division.
Madadayo
Kurosawas Madadayo
Election
The LDP fails to win a majority & loses power for the 1st time in 38 years
Election
The Liberal-Democrats are voted out of office for the 1st time in 38 years
Resignation of Kichi Miyazawa
The Liberal-Democrats are voted out of office for the 1st time in 38 years
Vote of Confidence
The Government loses a vote of confidence over electoral reform
Prime Minister of Kampuchea
Appointed Prime Minister of Kampuchea
Market Reform
Continues market reforms while preserving one-party rule
Prime Minister of Lesotho
Appointed Prime Minister of Lesotho, 1st term
George Weah Signs From Monaco
George Weah moved from Monaco to Paris Saint-Germain and became a formidable forward whose pace and finishing transformed the club's European threat.
Constitution of Malawi
Governed by a president & 177 seat National Assembly, both to be elected for 5 years
National Assembly
Governed by a president & 177 seat National Assembly, both to be elected for 5 years
Holographic Principle
Argues that gravitational physics can be described by information encoded on a lower-dimensional boundary, helping establish the holographic principle.
Transfer to Inter Milan
Leaves Ajax to join Inter Milan in Serie A.
Ajax Winger Secures Dutch Cup
Marc Overmars uses acceleration and direct running as Ajax defeat Heerenveen in the KNVB Cup final, an early honour in his highly successful Amsterdam spell.
Third Straight Barcelona League Title
Oversees Barcelona's third consecutive La Liga championship, with the team retaining its title in the final stages of the season.
Jansen Guides Feyenoord League Championship
Wim Jansen manages Feyenoord to the 1992–93 Eredivisie championship, restoring the Rotterdam club to the top of Dutch league football.
Pakistan Muslim League
Appointed Party Leader of the Pakistan Muslim League
Pakistan Muslim League
Appointed Party Leader of the Pakistan Muslim League
ICTP Leadership
Ends his long period as director of the International Centre for Theoretical Physics after building it into a major international research institution.
Opposition to Oslo
Hamas rejects the Oslo process and opposes recognition of Israel
Opposition to Oslo
Palestinian Islamic Jihad rejects the Oslo Accords and continues opposing negotiations with Israel
Accords of Oslo
Qurei leads Palestinian negotiating work in the secret Oslo talks
Accords of Oslo
Abbas becomes one of the senior PLO figures involved in the Oslo diplomatic process
Accords of Oslo
Arafat approves the PLO negotiating track that produces mutual recognition with Israel
Declaration of Principles
Under the Declaration of Principles the PLO recognizes the state of Israel. The Declaration of Principles backs Palestinian limited self-Government in the Gaza Strip. Arafat & Rabin conclude an agreement, known as the Declaration of Principles (DOP)
PNA
Israel & the PLO agreed to the creation of the interim Palestinian National Authority
Peace
The Declaration of Principles backs Palestinian limited self-Government in the West Bank. The Declaration of Principles backs Palestinian limited self-Government in the Gaza Strip
Rule of Gaza
The Declaration of Principles backs Palestinian limited self-Government in the Gaza Strip
Rule of West Bank
The Declaration of Principles backs Palestinian limited self-Government in the West Bank
Opposition to Oslo
The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine criticises Oslo and rejects the PLO leaderships compromise
Economy of Poland
Goal to privatize 7,000 enterprises by end of 1994
Government
Reformed Communists enter a coaltion Government
Government
Reformed communists ener a coalition Government
Election
The SLD win the Polish elections
Galactic Bulge Microlensing Survey
Demonstrates large-scale monitoring for rare lensing events in crowded star fields.
OGLE Microlensing Detection
The OGLE team reports early gravitational microlensing candidates toward the Galactic bulge.
Call for New Russian Constitution
Argues that the heavily amended Soviet-era Russian constitution is unsuitable for the new political system.
Communist Party
Yeltsin temporarily bans the party again for its role in the Supreme Soviets just-concluded attempt to overthrow his administration. Despite Yeltsins objections, the Constitutional Court cleares the way for the Russian communists to reemerge as the KPRF, headed by Zyuganov
Constitution of Russia
Despite Yeltsins objections, the Constitutional Court cleares the way for the Russian communists to reemerge as the KPRF, headed by Zyuganov
Commander in Chief
Appointed Commander in Chief of the Baltic Fleet
START II Ratification Campaign Begins
Promotes parliamentary approval of START II as a central element of post-Cold War nuclear arms reductions.
Al-Qaeda
A key turning point for bin Laden, further pitting him against the Sauds, occurred in 1993 when Saudi Arabia gave support for the Oslo Accords which set a path for peace between Israel and Palestinians
Al-Qaeda
Saudi support for the Oslo process contributes to bin Laden's hostility toward the Saudi monarchy
Oslo Accords
A key turning point for bin Laden, further pitting him against the Sauds, occurred in 1993 when Saudi Arabia gave support for the Oslo Accords which set a path for peace between Israel and Palestinians
Oslo Accords
Bin Laden views Saudi support for the Oslo Accords as evidence of unacceptable compromise with Israel
Bajevic AEK Championship Era
Dusan Bajevic oversees AEK Athens during a period of domestic dominance that includes the 1992-93 Greek league championship. His organised attacking side becomes a formidable opponent in Greece.
Independence of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnian peace efforts fail, war breaks out between Muslims and Croats, previously allied against Serbs
Independence of Serbia
Bosnian peace efforts fail, war breaks out between Muslims and Croats, previously allied against Serbs
Siege of Srebrenica
In Eastern Bosnia, Bosnian Serbs besiege the town of Srebrenica
Siege of Srebrenica
Srebrenica is declared a UN "Safe Area"
Prime Minister of Slovenia
Appointed Prime Minister of Slovenia, 2nd term
Constitution of South Africa
Mandela & de Klerk agree to a Government of national unity after elections. De Klerk abandons the principle of power sharing & majority rule until 1999. An interim majority rule constitution is adopted
Election
Mandela & de Klerk agree to a Government of national unity after elections
ANC
Appointed Chairman of the ANC
Chairman
Appointed Chairman of the ANC
Constitution of South Africa
Mandela & de Klerk agree to a Government of national unity after elections. De Klerk abandons the principle of power sharing & majority rule until 1999
Election
Mandela & de Klerk agree to a Government of national unity after elections
World Trade Centre
In an attempt to disrupt the negotiation process, TerreBlanche accompanied by General Constand Viljoen and Conservative Party Parliamentarian Thomas Langley led an armed invasion of the World Trade Centre in Kempton Park while negotiations were in progress
Nobel Prize
For helping to democratize South Africa
Nobel Prize
For helping to democratize South Africa
Tour de France
Winner of the Tour de France, 3rd time
Real Madrid Reserve-Team Coach
Benítez takes charge of Real Madrid Castilla, gaining experience directing reserve players within the club's senior football structure.
President of Sri Lanka
Appointed President of Sri Lanka
Larsson Makes Rotterdam European Move
Henrik Larsson establishes himself in Dutch football with Feyenoord after leaving Sweden, gaining experience in European club competition before his celebrated Celtic career.
Dismantlement Verification
Inspectors find no indication that the weapons programme remains active.
Nuclear Safety Convention Work
Oversees IAEA work contributing to development of an international convention establishing common nuclear-safety obligations.
Programme 93 Plus 2 Launched
The IAEA begins Programme 93+2 to strengthen detection of undeclared nuclear material and activities.
South African Nuclear Verification
Oversees IAEA verification of South Africa's former nuclear weapons programme.
President of Switzerland
Appointed President of Switzerland
Golden Bear for The Wedding Banquet
The film The Wedding Banquet, directed by Ang Lee, received the Golden Bear for best film at the 1993 Berlin International Film Festival.
Economy of Taiwan
Introduces an Economic Revitalization Program
Villa Premier League Attack
Dwight Yorke developed into a leading attacking player for Aston Villa as the club challenged near the top of the Premier League.
Death of Turgut Ozal
Death of Turgut Ozal
DYP
The DYP wins the election
Election
The DYP wins the election
Resignation of Suleyman Demirel
Replaced as DYP leader by Tansu Ciller
DYP
Tansu €iller becomes Party Leader of the DYP
Party Leader
Tansu €iller becomes Party Leader of the DYP. Appointed Party Leader of the True Path Party, DYP
Independence of Ukraine
Abolishes post of Prime Minister & rules directly
Prime Minister of Ukraine
Appointed Prime Minister of the Ukraine
Nuclear Power
Start-1 is ratified & nuclear & a program of nuclear disarmament begins
Carlitos Way
Appears in Carlitos Way
Waynes World 2
Appears in Waynes World 2
Academy Award
Winner of the Oscar for Best Actor
Jurassic Park
Writes & directs, "Jurassic Park"
Grumpy Old Men
Stars in, "Grumpy Old Men"
Age of Innocence
Directs, The Age of Innocence
My Life. Stars in Much Ado About Nothing
Stars in My Life. Stars in Much Ado About Nothing
The Firm
Stars in The Firm
BAFTA
Wins best screenplay for " Husbands and Wives"
What's Eating Gilbert Grape
Plays Arnie Grape in What's Eating Gilbert Grape and receives his first Academy Award nomination.
Short Cuts Film
Robert Altman directed Short Cuts in 1993, an interwoven Los Angeles drama adapting stories by Raymond Carver.
Manhattan Murder Mystery Film
In 1993, Woody Allen made Manhattan Murder Mystery, a comic mystery about a Manhattan couple investigating a suspicious death.
In the Line of Fire
Stars as a Secret Service agent in the political thriller In the Line of Fire.
A Perfect World
Directs A Perfect World, a crime drama starring Kevin Costner.
The Shipping News
Publication of "The Shipping News"
Forward the Foundation Published
Forward the Foundation appeared posthumously, extending the fictional biography of mathematician Hari Seldon.
In Pieces
Releases Album, "In Pieces"
Ahead of Their Time
Releases Ahead of Their Time, documenting a 1968 Mothers of Invention performance at London's Royal Festival Hall.
The Yellow Shark
Releases The Yellow Shark, featuring Ensemble Modern performances and becoming the final album issued during his lifetime.
Clinton Health Care Plan
The recommendations of the task force become the Clinton Health Care Plan, a comprehensive proposal that would require employers to provide health coverage to their employees through individual health maintenance organisations. Plays a role in advocating the establishment of the State Childrens Health Insurance Program, the Adoption and Safe Families Act, and the Foster Care Independence Act
Economy of USA
Supports the North American Free Trade Agreement for ratification by the US Senate. Raises taxes on the wealthiest 1.2% , while cutting taxes on 15 million low-earners
Election
Wins the Presidential election (43.0% of the vote) against Republican George H. W. Bush (37.4% of the vote) & billionaire populist H. Ross Perot, who runs as an independent (18.9% of the vote)
Guns
Signs the Brady Bill, imposes 5 day waiting period on handgun purchases so that background checks can be done
Health Reform
The effort to create a national healthcare system ultimately dies under heavy public pressure, the first major legislative defeat of Clintons administration. Sets up a task force, headed by First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton, to come up with a comprehensive plan to provide universal health care for all Americans, cornerstone of the administration
Legislation
William Jefferson Bill Clinton raises taxes on the wealthiest 1.2%, while cutting taxes on 15 million low-earners.
Legislation
William Jefferson Bill Clinton signs the Brady Bill, imposes 5 day waiting period on handgun purchases so that background checks can be done.
Legislation
William Jefferson Bill Clinton signs the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, which requires large employers to allow their employees to take unpaid leave because of pregnancy or serious medical condition.
Legislation
William Jefferson Bill Clinton signs the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act which passes Congress without a single Republican vote.
National Healthcare
The effort to create a national healthcare system ultimately dies under heavy public pressure, the first major legislative defeat of Clintons administration
North American Free Trade Agreement
Supports the North American Free Trade Agreement for ratification by the US Senate
Reform of Health Policy
The effort to create a national healthcare system ultimately dies under heavy public pressure, the first major legislative defeat of Clintons administration. Sets up a task force, headed by First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton, to come up with a comprehensive plan to provide universal health care for all Americans, cornerstone of the administration
Al-Qaeda
Convicted in connection to the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, and for the murder of Rabbi Meir Kahane on November 5, 1990
Bombing of World Trade Center
Convicted in connection to the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, and for the murder of Rabbi Meir Kahane on November 5, 1990
Magic Bullet
A 1993 a computer animator named Dale Myers embarks on a 10-year project to completely render the events of November 22 1963 in 3D computer animation
Contends that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone in
Contends that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone in the assassination of John F. Kennedy and Oswalds assailant, Jack Ruby, acted independently as well. An investigative journalist and author of several books, including Case Closed (1993) which explores the John F. Kennedy assassination
Autopsy
Claims to have found, in the x-rays of Kennedys skull, evidence of 2 bullet hits to Kennedys head
The Last Investigation
Fonzi published The Last Investigation, recounting his congressional investigative work and arguing that leads involving Cuban exile groups and intelligence-linked figures had not been adequately pursued.
Deep Politics and the Death of JFK
Scott published Deep Politics and the Death of JFK, questioning the lone-assassin account and linking the assassination controversy to intelligence, law-enforcement and political networks.
Chicago Law School
Joins Davis, Miner, Barnhill & Galland, a twelve-attorney law firm specializing in civil rights litigation and neighborhood economic development, where he was an associate for three years from 1993 to 1996
Civil Rights
Joins Davis, Miner, Barnhill & Galland, a twelve-attorney law firm specializing in civil rights litigation and neighborhood economic development, where he was an associate for three years from 1993 to 1996
Professor
Appointed full Professor (1993-present)
Senior Fellow
Named a Senior Fellow of the Institute for International Studies, and a Senior Fellow (by courtesy) of the Hoover Institution
Kuiper Belt Population Established
Additional discoveries following 1992 QB1 demonstrate that a substantial population of small worlds occupies the region beyond Neptune.
Discovery of 1993 FW
Luu and Jewitt identify another trans-Neptunian object, helping establish that 1992 QB1 was not an isolated discovery.
Magellan Aerobraking
Magellan uses controlled passes through Venus's upper atmosphere to circularize its orbit in the first major planetary aerobraking experiment.
National Medal of Science
Winner of the National Medal of Sciencw
Type Ia Luminosity Relation
Phillips establishes a relation between Type Ia supernova luminosity and decline rate, providing a crucial tool for improving supernova distance measurements.
USEC Enrichment Operations
Federal uranium-enrichment operations at Paducah and Portsmouth are transferred to the United States Enrichment Corporation under leasing arrangements.
Noether Charge Entropy
Shows that black hole entropy in a broad class of gravitational theories can be expressed as a Noether charge.
Quantum Corral Electron Standing Waves
Builds a ring of atoms with a scanning tunnelling microscope and images standing-wave patterns of surface electrons confined inside it.
US Championship
Wins ten titles including the US Pro Championship, and stage 8 in the Tour de France, and at 22 is the youngest road racing world champion ever
Resignation of Carlos Perez
Accused of corruption
President of Venezuela
Appointed President of Venezuela, 2nd term
President of Venezuela
Succeeds as interim head of State after the resignation of Perez
Second Goal in Bayern Munich Away Win
Mark Bowen scored Norwich City's second goal during the famous 2-1 UEFA Cup victory over Bayern Munich in October 1993.
The Russian Question
Solzhenitsyn published an essay examining Russia's historical and national identity.