The deadliest mass shooting in British history when Thomas Hamilton shot and killed 16 children and one teacher at Dunblane Primary School in Scotland.
Also three British soldiers - Allan Ford, Justin Fowler, and Geoffrey Pernell - were found guilty of the manslaughter of Danish tour guide Louise Jensen in Cyprus.
The European Union's Veterinarian Committee banned the export of British beef and its by-products as a result of "mad cow disease" (BSE).
In Australia, by Opposition Leader John Howard of the Liberal Party defeated the Labor Party in a landslide election, this signalled a change in the nation's political direction.
In the United States the legendary performer George Burns died at his home in Beverly Hills California just weeks after celebrating his 100th birthday.
Astronauts Linda Godwin and Michael (Rich) Clifford conducted the first U.S. Extravehicular Activity (EVA), or spacewalk, at the Russian space station Mir.
In Europe, Fokker, a prominent Dutch aircraft manufacturer filed for bankruptcy, marking the end of over 85 years of industrial history.
In the Middle east, Two suicide bombings in Israel resulted in 32 fatalities.
In Asia, The People's Republic of China initiated significant surface-to-surface missile testing and military exercises near Taiwan's coastal regions, creating substantial geopolitical tension.
Taiwan held its historic first direct presidential election, with incumbent Lee Teng-hui being re-elected.
In Russia, Chechen rebels launched a significant attack on the Russian government headquarters in Grozny, resulting in a fierce battle.
This claimed the lives of 70 Russian soldiers and policemen, and 130 Chechen fighters.
A catastrophic environmental and industrial accident occurred at the Marcopper mine on Marinduque island, causing significant ecological damage and potential long-term environmental consequences.
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This was the month at home In the UK that saw the tragic and horrific event where Thomas Hamilton shot and killed 16 children and one teacher at Dunblane Primary School in Scotland before taking his own life. It remains the deadliest mass shooting in British history. This incident led to significant changes in UK gun control laws and deeply shocked the nation.
And another when three British soldiers - Allan Ford, Justin Fowler, and Geoffrey Pernell - were found guilty of the manslaughter of Danish tour guide Louise Jensen in Cyprus. The soldiers received life sentences for a crime committed in September 1994, marking a significant legal resolution in an international criminal case.
Also British Steel in Workington wins a Lithuanian multi-million pound order and the first surface photos of Pluto are taken by the Hubble Space Telescope. A further setback as The European Union's Veterinarian Committee banned the export of British beef and its by-products as a result of "mad cow disease" (BSE).
Sir Peter Mansfield FRS passed away at the age of 77. He was an English physicist who was awarded the 2003 Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine, shared with Paul Lauterbur, for discoveries concerning Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
On the sporting fields, England beats Ireland, 28-15 at Twickenham for a second consecutive Five Nations Rugby Championship and Triple Crown. In the Boxing Title Fight, Mike Tyson Technically knocks out Frank Bruno in 3rd round to gain heavyweight title
Elsewehere in The Commonwealth, the Australian federal election was held to determine the members of the 38th Parliament of Australia. The Liberal/National Coalition led by Opposition Leader John Howard of the Liberal Party and coalition partner Tim Fischer of the National Party won.
The Liberal Party won a decisive victory over incumbent Prime Minister Paul Keating, marking a significant shift in Australian political leadership. After Howard's Coalition defeated the Labor Party in a landslide election, this signalled a change in the nation's political direction.
John Howard was elected and came to power as the twenty-fifth Prime Minister of Australia, marking a significant moment in Australian political history.
In a One Day International (ODI) cricket match against New Zealand at Port-of-Spain, Lara scored an impressive unbeaten 146 runs not out, showcasing his exceptional batting skills.
In the United States the legendary performer George Burns died at his home in Beverly Hills California just weeks after celebrating his 100th birthday. Rocket STS-76 (Atlantis 16) launched from Kennedy Space Centre, pad 39B. as comet C/1996 B2 (Hyakutake) approached within 0.1018 AUs of Earth. Astronauts Linda Godwin and Michael (Rich) Clifford conducted the first U.S. Extravehicular Activity (EVA), or spacewalk, at the Russian space station Mir.
Tragically, Joseph Lyle Menendez (born January 10, 1968) and Erik Galen Menendez (born November 27, 1970) killed their parents in one of the worst USA crimes. In US sport,
The Earl Weaver and Jim Bunning were elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, recognizing their exceptional contributions to the sport. In dramatic developments,
The22nd People's Choice Awards, honouring the best in popular culture for 1995, were held on this day at Universal Studios Hollywood, in Universal City, California. Boyz II Men win in the 10th Soul Train Music Awards.
This whilst the stage adaptation of Rodgers & Hammerstein's 1945 film musical "State Fair" opened at The Music Box Theatre, New York City. Revival of Tennessee Williams' stage drama "Night of the Iguana", starring William Petersen and Marsha Mason, opened at Criterion Theatre, NYC; and ran for 68 performances.
Cheryl Depew of Florida was crowned 13th Miss Hawaiian Tropic International and Capcom released the ground-breaking Resident Evil game for the PlayStation in the United State.
In Europe, Fokker, a prominent Dutch aircraft manufacturer known for producing regional and small commercial aircraft, filed for bankruptcy, marking the end of a significant aerospace company with over 85 years of industrial history.
Gyula Kallai, Prime Minister of Hungary (1965-67), died aged 85. Bosniak authorities successfully take control of the last district held by Serbs, effectively reuniting the city of Sarajevo and marking a significant moment in the post-war reconciliation process.
In the Middle east, Two suicide bombings in Israel resulted in 32 fatalities. The Yahya Ayyash Units claimed responsibility, leading to international condemnation.
The first democratically elected Palestinian parliament was formed, representing a pivotal moment in Palestinian political history and marking a significant step towards self-governance in the Middle East. A summit of diplomatic peacemakers in Egypt focused on promoting peace negotiations in the Middle East.
In Asia/ Middle east, The People's Republic of China initiated significant surface-to-surface missile testing and military exercises near Taiwan's coastal regions, creating substantial geopolitical tension.
Regional leaders and diplomats convened in Cairo, Egypt for the "Peacemaker's Summit" to address the escalating terrorist threats in the Middle East, seeking diplomatic solutions and strategies to mitigate regional tensions and promote stability..
The Republic of China on Taiwan held its historic first direct presidential election, with incumbent Lee Teng-hui being re-elected, marking a significant milestone in Taiwan's democratic development.
In Russia, Chechen rebels launched a significant attack on the Russian government headquarters in Grozny, resulting in a fierce battle. This claimed the lives of 70 Russian soldiers and policemen, and 130 Chechen fighters.
The International Monetary Fund approved a $10.2 billion loan for Russia in what amounts to an expression of political support by Western governments for Russian leader Boris Yeltsin in advance of presidential elections in June.
Elsewhere, The Ozone Disco fire occurred at 11:35 pm on March 18, 1996 in South Avenue, Quezon City, in the Philippines. In a more positive vein, 50,000 swimmers raised 15 million for charity during BT's Swimathon '96.
A catastrophic environmental and industrial accident occurred at the Marcopper mine on Marinduque island, causing significant ecological damage and potential long-term environmental consequences.