January 7 – One of the worst blizzards in American history hits the eastern states, killing more than 150 people. Philadelphia receives a record 30 inches of snowfall and New York City's public schools …

Oct 4, 2024 · From political shifts and technological advancements to cultural breakthroughs, these events shape the world and influence the future. In this comprehensive overview, we'll explore the …

Jul 2, 2025 · 1996 was a watershed year in American history, marking the transition from the analog to the digital age. The dot-com boom, the rise of the internet, and the groundbreaking scientific …

Discover what happened in this year with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths. On January 4, 1996, General Motors announces at the Greater Los...

Historical events from year 1996. Learn about 497 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1996 or search by date or keyword.

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Dec 29, 1996 · The sad, lingering saga of TWA’s Flight 800 was overwhelmingly voted the year’s top story. The jet mysteriously exploded moments after taking off from John F. Kennedy International …

US wins it's first gold medal in gymnastics on injured Kerri Strug's last effort.

Jun 25, 2019 · What Happened During the Year 1996? What are some fun facts, trivia, and history events from the year 1996? What were the top news stories in the U.S. and around the world, and …

1996 02 Jan US peacekeepers pour into Bosnia 08 Jan France's former president Mitterrand dies 10 Jan King of Jordan in historic Tel Aviv visit 18 Jan Green groups join bypass battle 29 Jan France...