Deaths on June 26

Ott Arder

Died on June 26, 2004

Ott Arder, Estonian poet and translator (b. 1950)

Ott Arder (26 February 1950 in Tallinn – 26 June 2004 in Kassari) was an Estonian poet, children's writer and translator. He was also the author of several popular songs and written texts.

From 1990, he was a member of the Estonian Writers' Union. His younger brother, Jaan Arder was a musician.

Arder was found dead on 26 June 2004 on a beach in Kassari near his summer home. The cause of death was an accidental drowning. He was interred at the Siselinna Cemetery in Tallinn.

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1 Jan

Pervez Musharraf
In a vote of confidence, General Pervez Musharraf wins 658 out of 1,170 votes in the Electoral College of Pakistan, and according to Article 41(8) of the Constitution of Pakistan, is "deemed to be elected" to the office of President until October 2007.
2 Feb

Roger Federer
Swiss tennis player Roger Federer becomes the No. 1 ranked men's singles player, a position he will hold for a record 237 weeks.
1 May

European Union
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Slovakia, and Slovenia join the European Union, celebrated at the residence of the Irish President in Dublin.
26 May

Oklahoma City bombing
United States Army veteran Terry Nichols is found guilty of 161 state murder charges for helping carry out the Oklahoma City bombing.
3 Aug

September 11 attacks
The pedestal of the Statue of Liberty reopens after being closed since the September 11 attacks.

Deaths on June 26

Ott Arder

Died on June 26, 2004

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Oklahoma City bombing

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