World Book Day (UK and Ireland, first Thursday in March) – A day to celebrate the joy of reading, and to encourage children and young people to develop a love for books.
World Teen Mental Wellness Day: This day is observed to raise awareness about the mental health issues faced by teenagers and to promote the importance of mental wellness.
National Old Stuff Day: This day encourages people to celebrate the things they own that have sentimental value or are considered “old” in today’s world.
Dr. Seuss Day: This day is celebrated to honor the birthday of beloved children’s author Dr. Seuss and to promote literacy and a love of reading among children.
International Rescue Cat Day: This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the adoption of rescue cats and the importance of providing them with loving homes.
National Banana Cream Pie Day: This day celebrates the delicious dessert made with a custard filling and sliced bananas, topped with whipped cream or meringue.
1717: The world’s first freemasonry Grand Lodge, the Premier Grand Lodge of England, is founded in London.
1791: The U.S. Congress passes a law that establishes the first bank of the United States.
1836: Texas declares its independence from Mexico, beginning the Texas Revolution.
1877: The U.S. Electoral Commission declares Rutherford B. Hayes as the winner of the 1876 presidential election, ending a months-long political crisis.
1933: The film “King Kong” premieres in New York City.
1949: Captain James Gallagher lands his B-50 Superfortress Lucky Lady II in Fort Worth, Texas, completing the first non-stop around-the-world flight.
1962: Wilt Chamberlain scores an NBA-record 100 points in a single game for the Philadelphia Warriors against the New York Knicks.
1995: Yahoo! is incorporated in California.
2012: Vladimir Putin wins the Russian presidential election and returns to the presidency after serving as prime minister for four years.
