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The invasion was between the United States and Panama. It lasted over a month and a half during the administration of George H. W. Bush. This occurred ten years after the Torrijos-Carter treaties were ratified. The primary reason for the invasion was to overthrow the Panama leader, Manuel Noriega. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_invasion_of_Panama -
Rodney King was beaten during his arrest after being pulled over for driving intoxicated. A bystander filmed the beating and was reported to the police department. Those cops were disciplined and taken account for their actions. After this, riots broke out in Los Angeles because they were not happy with the situation. It was for racial minorities and equality. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rodney_King -
During this time, health concerns were not as dramatic as they are today. After Johnson announced that he has HIV, the whole world was paying attention to it. HIV was around for a decade before this incident, but when a famous athlete or phenomenon comes down with the virus, it makes it seem more real. Today, he is a spokesperson about AIDS awareness. https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/magic-johnson-announces-he-is-hiv-positive -
Hurricane Andrew was the most destructive, Category 5 hurricanes to make landfall in history. Andrews biggest impact was in South Florida where the winds were at its strongest of 174 mph. It first moved through the Bahamas and made its way towards the Keys and Florida. 1.4 million people lost power and 27.3 billion dollars in damage occurred. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Andrew -
Agreement between the United States, Mexico, and Canada. It was signed by Bill Clinton and he hoped it would encourage other nations toward a pact that wold solve the border arguments. The NAFTA got rid of all tariffs and trade restrictions between the three nations. It was being criticized by the Reform Party because they were worried companies would leave the United States for Mexico. https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/nafta-signed-into-law -
The trial lasted over eleven months to decide whether OJ Simpson was guilty or not guilty in the murder of his ex wife and her friend. This was one of the biggest trials in history and was being broadcasted everywhere. One of the most memorable moments in the trial is when Simpson tried putting on a leather glove that was found at the scene. Simpson ended up testing not guilty and was acquitted of all charges. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O._J._Simpson_murder_case -
The bombing was a terrorist attack in Atlanta, Georgia during the Summer Olympics. It ended up killing 1 person and injuring 111. The person responsible was Eric Rudolph, who was also responsible for 3 other bombings. He was sentenced to life in prison. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Centennial_Olympic_Park_bombing -
By an anonymous tip, the cops enter a mansion and find 39 people dead by suicide. They were laying in the dark peacefully where black clothing and Nike shoes. They were all part of a religious cult called Heavens Gate. They believed if they committed suicide, it would allow them to leave their body and enter an alien spacecraft hidden behind the Hale-Bopp comet. The cult was led by Marshall Applewhite. https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/heavens-gate-cult-members-found-dead -
This took place during the Kosovo War in the early part of 1999. The bombings were continued until an agreement was reached on peace in Yugoslav. NATO launched the attack in an attempt to force President Milosevic to end his military campaign against Kosovo Liberation Army. During the NATO military campaign, the Serbian government estimated that 2,500 people died and 12,500 were injured. https://balkaninsight.com/2019/03/22/78-days-of-fear-remembering-natos-bombing-of-yugoslavia/ -
This massacre was a school shooting and an attempted bombing in Colorado at Columbine High School. The two people responsible for this were two seniors of the school. During this time, it was one of the most deadliest shootings killing 13 people. After the shooting, an introduction to the Immediate Action Rapid Deployment was used which is known as active shooter situations. It caused many questions towards gun control laws. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbine_High_School_massacre
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