What Happened on March 3?
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EVENTS ON MARCH 3
Explore the most important historical events that happened on March 3, featuring key moments that shaped the world.
Russo-Turkish War (1877–1878)
Year:
1878
The Russo-Turkish War ends with Bulgaria regaining its independence from the Ottoman Empire according to the Treaty of San Stefano.
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First indoor ice hockey game
Year:
1875
The first ever organized indoor game of ice hockey is played in Montreal, Quebec, Canada as recorded in the Montreal Gazette.
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Georges Bizet
Year:
1875
Bizet's opera Carmen is first performed at the Opéra-Comique in Paris.
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Alexander II of Russia
Year:
1861
Alexander II of Russia signs the Emancipation Manifesto, freeing serfs.
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Shoshone National Forest
Year:
1891
Shoshone National Forest is established as the first national forest in the US and world.
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Woman Suffrage Procession
Year:
1913
Thousands of women march in the Woman Suffrage Procession in Washington, D.C.
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Free State of Fiume
Year:
1924
The Free State of Fiume is annexed by the Kingdom of Italy.
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Time (magazine)
Year:
1923
US magazine Time publishes its first issue.
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BIRTHS ON MARCH 3
Discover famous people and historical figures born on March 3, including leaders, artists, scientists, and cultural icons.
Barney Martin
Year of birth:
1923
Barney Martin, American police officer and actor (died 2005)
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Doc Watson
Year of birth:
1923
Doc Watson, American bluegrass singer-songwriter and musician (died 2012)
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Nándor Hidegkuti
Year of birth:
1922
Nándor Hidegkuti, Hungarian footballer and manager (died 2002)
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Diana Barrymore
Year of birth:
1921
Diana Barrymore, American actress (died 1960)
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Tomiichi Murayama
Year of birth:
1924
Tomiichi Murayama, Japanese soldier and politician, 52nd Prime Minister of Japan (died 2025)
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James Merrill
Year of birth:
1926
James Merrill, American poet and playwright (died 1995)
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Jimmy Garrison
Year of birth:
1934
Jimmy Garrison, American bassist and educator (died 1976)
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Lee Radziwill
Year of birth:
1933
Lee Radziwill, American socialite, sister of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (died 2019)
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DEATHS ON MARCH 3
Look back at notable individuals who passed away on March 3, and learn about their lasting influences on history.
Rebecca Lancefield
Year of death:
1981
Rebecca Lancefield, American microbiologist and researcher (born 1895)
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Georges Perec
Year of death:
1982
Georges Perec, French author and screenwriter (born 1936)
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Firaq Gorakhpuri
Year of death:
1982
Firaq Gorakhpuri, Indian poet and critic (born 1896)
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Hergé
Year of death:
1983
Hergé, Belgian author and illustrator (born 1907)
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William Frawley
Year of death:
1966
William Frawley, American actor and vaudevillian (born 1887)
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Alice Pearce
Year of death:
1966
Alice Pearce, American actress (born 1917)
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Katherine Sleeper Walden
Year of death:
1949
Katherine Sleeper Walden, American environmental activist (born 1862)
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Lou Costello
Year of death:
1959
Lou Costello, American actor and comedian (born 1906)
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HOLIDAYS ON MARCH 3
See which holidays, observances, and special celebrations take place on March 3 around the world.
Hinamatsuri
Hinamatsuri or "Girl's Day" (Japan)
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Anselm, Duke of Friuli
Christian feast day: Anselm, Duke of Friuli
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Liberation Day (Bulgaria)
Liberation Day (Bulgaria)
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World Hearing Day
World Hearing Day
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World Wildlife Day
World Wildlife Day
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Winwaloe
Christian feast day: Winwaloe
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March 3 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
Christian feast day: March 3 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
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Katharine Drexel
Christian feast day: Katharine Drexel
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