Golda Meir is Elected as Israel’s First Female Prime Minister
In 1969, Golda Meir made history by becoming Israel’s first female prime minister. A prominent figure in Israeli politics, Meir was known for her strong leadership and dedication to the state of Israel. Her election marked a significant milestone in the advancement of women in politics and inspired generations of female leaders around the world.
St. Patrick’s Death
On March 17th, the world celebrates St. Patrick’s Day, honoring the patron saint of Ireland. St. Patrick’s Day commemorates the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, traditionally dated as the year 433 AD when Saint Patrick supposedly began his mission. Over time, March 17th, the day of Saint Patrick’s death, evolved into a celebration of Irish […]
My Lai Massacre During the Vietnam War
The My Lai Massacre, one of the most infamous incidents of the Vietnam War, occurred on this day in 1968. American soldiers killed as many as 500 unarmed Vietnamese civilians in the My Lai hamlets, shocking the world and fueling anti-war sentiments in the United States.
Robert Goddard Launches First Liquid-Fueled Rocket
Robert Goddard, an American physicist and inventor, successfully launched the world’s first liquid-fueled rocket on March 16th, 1926. This significant achievement marked the beginning of modern rocketry and laid the groundwork for space exploration endeavors that followed.
James Madison, Founding Father of the United States, is Born
James Madison, the fourth President of the United States and primary author of the U.S. Constitution, was born on this day. His contributions to the formation of the American government and his advocacy for individual liberties left an indelible mark on the nation’s history.
LBJ Advocates for Equal Voting Rights
On March 15, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson delivered a historic address to a joint session of Congress, calling for equal voting rights for all Americans. In his speech, known as the “We Shall Overcome” speech, Johnson denounced racial discrimination in voting practices and urged Congress to pass legislation to protect the voting rights of […]
The First Professional Baseball Team is Established in the US
On March 15, 1869, the Cincinnati Red Stockings made history by becoming the first fully professional baseball team in the United States. The team, formed by a group of businessmen led by Harry Wright, paid its players salaries and revolutionized the sport by demonstrating that baseball could be a profitable enterprise. The success of the […]
Julius Caesar Assassinated
On March 15, 44 BCE, Roman dictator Julius Caesar was assassinated by a group of senators led by Brutus and Cassius. Caesar’s death marked a pivotal moment in Roman history, leading to political turmoil and ultimately the rise of the Roman Empire under figures such as Augustus.
Hawking’s Death
On March 14th, 2018, renowned theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking passed away at the age of 76 in Cambridge, England. Despite battling a motor neuron disease for most of his life, Hawking made profound contributions to cosmology, particularly in understanding the nature of black holes, and his book “A Brief History of Time” became an international […]
Pi Day Founded by Physicist Larry Shaw
March 14th, recognized as Pi Day, celebrates the mathematical constant π (pi) which is approximately equal to 3.14. Pi Day gained popularity due to its numerical date (3/14) corresponding to the first three digits of π, and it’s celebrated worldwide with math-related activities and, of course, plenty of pie eating.