27 fun facts for March, 1

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Summary
March 1st is a day full of exciting events, celebrations, and historical moments, from National Pig Day in the United States to St. David's Day in Wales. It marks the beginning of Women's History Month, the signing of the Articles of Confederation, and the unveiling of iconic landmarks such as Yellowstone National Park and the Kuala Lumpur Tower.
27 Fun facts
  1. March 1st is National Pig Day in the United States. It was established in 1972 by sisters Ellen Stanley and Mary Lynne Rave to celebrate and promote the pig as one of the intelligent and domesticated animals.
  2. On March 1st, 1961, President John F. Kennedy established the Peace Corps, a volunteer program that aims to provide technical assistance, promote cultural understanding, and tackle social and economic issues worldwide.
  3. St. David's Day is celebrated on March 1st in Wales, honoring their patron saint. Known as Dydd Gwyl Dewi, it includes festive parades, wearing traditional Welsh clothing, and eating Welsh cuisine.
  4. On March 1st, 1692, the Salem witch trials began in colonial Massachusetts. The hysteria led to the execution of 20 people, and several more died in prison awaiting trial.
  5. March 1st is National Dadgum That's Good Day in the United States. The day celebrates everything that is exceptionally good and encourages people to share their enthusiasm for things they find delightful.
  6. On March 1st, 1872, President Ulysses S. Grant established Yellowstone National Park, making it the world's first national park. Yellowstone spans across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, and is known for its wildlife and geothermal features.
  7. India celebrates Zero Discrimination Day on March 1st, promoting equality and fighting against discrimination in all its forms, including based on race, gender, religion, and caste.
  8. On March 1st, 1932, Charles Lindbergh Jr., the 20-month-old son of aviator Charles Lindbergh, was kidnapped from his home in New Jersey. The case eventually became known as the "Crime of the Century" due to the resulting media frenzy.
  9. March 1st is National Horse Protection Day in the United States, which seeks to raise awareness about the mistreatment of horses and the need for better care and protection.
  10. On March 1st, 1919, the March 1st Movement started in Korea. It was a nonviolent protest against Japanese colonial rule and contributed to the establishment of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea.
  11. In Switzerland, March 1st is Republic Day in the Canton of Neuchâtel, celebrating its transformation into a republic in 1848.
  12. On March 1st, 1974, the Kuala Lumpur Tower in Malaysia began construction, eventually becoming the seventh-tallest freestanding tower in the world and a popular tourist attraction.
  13. March 1st is National Peanut Butter Lovers' Day in the United States, celebrating the popular spread made from ground peanuts.
  14. On March 1st, 1781, the Articles of Confederation went into effect in the United States, becoming the country's first constitution.
  15. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, March 1st is celebrated as Independence Day, marking the country's declaration of independence from Yugoslavia in 1992.
  16. March 1st marks the beginning of Women's History Month in the United States, dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the achievements and contributions of women throughout history.
  17. On March 1st, 1998, the Titanic movie won 11 Academy Awards, tying it with Ben-Hur (1959) and later with The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) for the most Oscars won by a single film.
  18. In South Korea, March 1st is a public holiday called Samiljeol, commemorating their fight for independence from Japanese colonial rule.
  19. On March 1st, 1966, the Soviet spacecraft Venera 3 crash-landed on Venus, becoming the first probe to reach the surface of the planet.
  20. March 1st is National Fruit Compote Day in the United States, celebrating the sweet dessert made from fruit cooked in sugar syrup.
  21. On March 1st, 1973, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Denmark joined the European Economic Community, now known as the European Union.
  22. In Iceland, March 1st is known as "Beer Day," celebrating the end of beer prohibition in the country in 1989.
  23. On March 1st, 1815, Napoleon Bonaparte escaped from exile on the Isle of Elba and returned to France, beginning the "Hundred Days" period.
  24. March 1st is National Share a Smile Day in the United States, encouraging people to spread happiness and positivity through small acts of kindness.
  25. On March 1st, 1968, singer Johnny Cash married singer June Carter, forming one of the most famous and enduring partnerships in country music history.
  26. March 1st marks the beginning of the Lenten season, the period of 40 days leading up to Easter Sunday, observed by many Christian denominations as a time of prayer, fasting, and penance.
  27. In Bulgaria, March 1st is celebrated as Baba Marta Day, a traditional holiday symbolizing the arrival of spring and the end of winter.

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