20 fun facts for March, 7
Discover dozens of fun facts for this special day. Read the summary for a quick recap on what happened.
Summary
March 7 is a day filled with historical milestones, celebrating the inventions of the telephone and Monopoly, as well as being marked by significant events in space exploration and civil rights. The day also honors culinary traditions, such as National Cereal Day and National Flapjack Day, and provides an opportunity to support small businesses on National Be Heard Day.
20 Fun facts
- On March 7, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell received the patent for the telephone. His invention would revolutionize communication and lead to the development of the telecommunications industry we know today.
- Norway's national day, "Bunad," is celebrated on March 7. This traditional day pays homage to the country's rich cultural heritage, with people dressing up in local costumes and attending parades to showcase their regional pride.
- On March 7, 1965, known as "Bloody Sunday," state troopers attacked civil rights marchers crossing the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama. The event led to greater awareness of the American civil rights movement and eventually paved the way for the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
- March 7 is National Cereal Day in the United States. The celebration encourages people to enjoy their favorite cereal and pay tribute to the significant role this simple and delicious breakfast option has played in American culture.
- On March 7, 1933, the board game Monopoly was invented by Charles Darrow, though other sources state that the game was patented by him on this day. It would go on to become one of the most popular and successful board games in history.
- On March 7, 1986, American TV sitcom "The A-Team" aired its final episode in the United States. The show about a diverse group of skilled ex-military personnel solving problems together became a huge hit and a part of popular culture.
- On March 7, 2017, US doctors announced that they performed the first successful infant heart transplant using a revolutionary "beating-heart" method. This groundbreaking technique opened new possibilities in the field of organ transplantation.
- On March 7, 1989, the "World's Largest Ice Cream Cake" was created in Sweden. Weighing 5000 kg, this cake set a Guinness World Record for the largest ice cream cake ever made.
- On March 7, 2015, the Mars rover "Curiosity" took a selfie, showing the terrain of the red planet. Capturing images of itself using a robotic arm, the rover showed off some of its technological abilities and gave us a unique perspective on Mars exploration.
- March 7 is National Crown Roast of Pork Day in the United States. This day encourages people to try their hand at making this delicious dish and to also appreciate the culinary skills required to create it.
- It is said that on March 7, 1912, Roald Amundsen announced to the world that his team had reached the South Pole, making them the first humans to arrive at this remote location.
- On March 7, 1994, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) was established. This nonprofit organization plays a crucial role in managing the world's internet domain name system.
- March 7 is "National Be Heard Day" in the United States, a day dedicated to raising awareness for small businesses and encouraging people to shop local and support entrepreneurs in their communities.
- On March 7, 2009, NASA's Kepler Space Telescope was launched. Its mission was to search for exoplanets, or planets outside our solar system, especially those that could potentially support life.
- On March 7, 2010, Kathryn Bigelow became the first woman to win an Academy Award for Best Director. She received the honor for her work on the film "The Hurt Locker."
- March 7 is National Flapjack Day in the United States. This day encourages pancake lovers to whip up a batch of their favorite flapjacks and enjoy them with family and friends.
- On March 7, 1999, American filmmaker Stanley Kubrick passed away. His impressive body of work includes iconic films like "2001: A Space Odyssey" and "A Clockwork Orange."
- On March 7, 1936, Adolf Hitler ordered German troops to reoccupy the Rhineland. This event marked a significant step towards WWII but is remembered as one of Hitler’s first aggressive moves, even though it was technically a part of Germany.
- On March 7, 1799, the Royal Institution in London was founded. This prestigious scientific institute has been the site of groundbreaking research and discoveries, including the work of several Nobel Prize winners.
- On March 7, 1965, the Beatles' song "Eight Days a Week" hit the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This memorable tune became an instant classic and remains popular with fans of the band to this day.