Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on March 1st, 1988 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
see horoscope and birth chart for March 01, 1988What happened on Tuesday, March 1, 1988?
About March 1st, 1988, in brief:
- Historical events: On March 1, 1988, Iraq fired five surface-to-surface missiles into Tehran, marking a significant escalation in the Iran-Iraq War. The attacks resulted in at least one civilian death and several injuries, making it one of the most severe 'war of the cities' assaults since 1983. The Iraqi military stated that the strikes were in retaliation for Iranian missile attacks on Baghdad and ongoing shelling of border towns.
- Day of the week: March 1st, 1988 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: Father Figure by George Michael
- #1 UK song: I Should Be So Lucky by Kylie Minogue
- Popular movie: Die Hard directed by John McTiernan
More about March 1st, 1988? See below for more news and curiosities on March 1st, 1988.
A meaningful gift for someone born on March 1, 1988
Give them the year they were born
The personalized 1988 nostalgia year poster is a beautifully researched snapshot of the books, songs and movies that shaped 1988.
- Best-selling books from 1988
- Popular songs from 1988
- Popular movies from 1988
$9.90 · Personalized digital poster delivered instantly by email
Create a 1988 year posterWant the exact date instead? Create a March 1, 1988 poster
See our satisfaction and refund policy.
Real poster exampleTable of contents
- March 01, 1988: What happened on that day?
- What day of the week was March 01, 1988?
- Who was born on March 01, 1988?
- March 01, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
- March 01, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
- March 01, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- March 01, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
- How old is someone born on March 01, 1988?
- Back in 1988
March 01, 1988: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on March 01, 1988:
- Iraq launches five missiles into Tehran, killing at least one civilian On March 1, 1988, Iraq fired five surface-to-surface missiles into Tehran, marking a significant escalation in the Iran-Iraq War. The attacks resulted in at least one civilian death and several injuries, making it one of the most severe 'war of the cities' assaults since 1983. The Iraqi military stated that the strikes were in retaliation for Iranian missile attacks on Baghdad and ongoing shelling of border towns. source: washingtonpost.com
- Wayne Gretzky becomes NHL's all-time assist leader with 1,050th assist On March 1, 1988, Wayne Gretzky surpassed Gordie Howe's record by recording his 1,050th career assist during a 5-3 victory over the Los Angeles Kings. The assist was credited to Jari Kurri, his longtime teammate, marking a significant milestone in Gretzky's illustrious career. source: apnews.com
- Pontiac discontinues Fiero automobile On March 1, 1988, General Motors announced the discontinuation of the Pontiac Fiero sports car after five model years. The decision was driven by declining sales and production challenges, including safety concerns related to engine fires. The final Fiero was produced on August 16, 1988, marking the end of the model's production. source: latimes.com
- Meteorite Strikes Greenhouse in East Germany In a rare meteorological event, a meteorite struck a greenhouse in Trebbin, East Germany, demonstrating the unpredictable nature of celestial objects and their potential impact on terrestrial environments.
- Joe Besser, Comedian, Passes Away Joe Besser, a renowned American comedian known for his work with The Three Stooges and appearances in Abbott and Costello productions, died at the age of 80, marking the end of an era in comedy entertainment.
- Courtney Gibbs Eplin Crowned Miss USA Courtney Gibbs Eplin from Texas was crowned the 37th Miss USA at the age of 21, representing a moment of personal achievement in the national beauty pageant.
- Melissandre Fuentes, Andorran Figure Skater Melissandre Fuentes was a notable figure skater representing the small European principality of Andorra, highlighting the nation's participation in international winter sports.
March 01, 1988: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?
LIFE magazines from March 1988
Looking for other vintage memories?Look at our old newspapers and magazines page
What day of the week was March 01, 1988?
March 01, 1988 was a Tuesday and it was the 61st day of the year 1988 in the Gregorian calendar.
March 01, 1988 can also be written as 3/1/1988 in the US and as 1/3/1988 in UK and Europe.
Who was born on March 01, 1988?
Famous people born on March 01, 1988:
![Nolan Roux]()
Nolan Roux
March 01, 1988: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on March 01, 1988:
![Jean Le Poulain]()
Jean Le PoulainJean Le Poulain was a prominent French actor and theater director, celebrated for his work on stage, television, and in film during the mid-20th century. Renowned for his skillful performances and leadership within French theater, he left a lasting legacy both as a performer and as an influential artistic director. [bio]
March 01, 1988: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on March 01, 1988 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week February 29th and March 6th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
March 01, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on March 01, 1988 was Father Figure by George Michael, according to the music chart for the week February 29th and March 6th.
- George Michael - Father Figure
- Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up
- Patrick Swayze - She's Like The Wind
- Belinda Carlisle - I Get Weak
- Pet Shop Boys - What Have I Done To Deserve This
March 01, 1988: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on March 01, 1988 was I Should Be So Lucky by Kylie Minogue, according to the music chart for the week February 29th and March 6th.
- Kylie Minogue - I Should Be So Lucky
- Aswad - Don't Turn Around
- Rick Astley - Together Forever
- Vanessa Paradis - Joe Le Taxi
- Bomb The Bass - Beat Dis
March 01, 1988: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on March 01, 1988 was You Will Know by Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week February 29th and March 6th.
- Stevie Wonder - You Will Know
- Alexander O'Neal Featuring Cherrelle - Never Knew Love Like This
- Morris Day - Fishnet
- Angela Winbush - Run To Me
- Jody Watley - Some Kind Of Lover
March 01, 1988: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for March 1st is Pisces.
Discover the zodiac sign and horoscope for any day in the past.
Pisces is the 12th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between February 19th and March 20th belong to the Pisces sign: discover Pisces personality and who should a Pisces marry.
Babies born in March are either Pisces or Aries. People born before March 20th are Pisces, while people born from March 21st have the sign of Aries.
Discover the personality of March born.
Unlock the Mysteries of March 01, 1988! Claim Your Free Numerology Report!
March 01, 1988: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for March 01, 1988 is Dragon and the associated element is Earth.
Discover the Dragon personality and how the Earth Element might affect a person's traits and compatibility with other signs according to the Chinese zodiac.
Try our calculator to discover your Chinese zodiac sign based on your date of birthMarch 01, 1988: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on March 01, 1988 was Waxing gibbous.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on March 01, 1988 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on March 01, 1988 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 98% full, rising at 03:57 pm and setting at 06:10 am.
The previous full moon was on Feb 02, 1988 while the next full moon would come on Mar 03, 1988.
Unveil Your Inner Self: Discover Your Moon Sign Now!
Your place in the Universe on March 01, 1988
We are proud to bring you the most beautiful and accurate map of the stars on your day
Get your Star Map Now!How old is someone born on March 01, 1988?
Someone born on March 01, 1988 is:
38 years 5 months old,
or 461 months and 3 days old,
or 2005 weeks
or 14035 days old,
Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old,
Use our How old am I? Calculator to know the age of a person today or use the Age Calculator to determine the interval between two dates.
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on March 01, 1988?
There are 209 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday March 1st 2027.
Try out our Countdown calculator to find out are many days are left until your special moments.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on March 01, 1988?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on March 01, 1988.
Discover what generation people belong to with our generation calculator.
This day in 30 sec.
Back in 1988
Why 1988 makes a meaningful nostalgia gift
For someone born on March 1, 1988, a 1988 nostalgia poster turns a familiar date into a visual account of the world they arrived in.
The history attached to March 1, 1988 includes Iraq launches five missiles into Tehran, killing at least one civilian, giving the gift a real story rather than a generic year label.
The soundtrack around March 1, 1988 included “Father Figure” by George Michael, a memory that helps place the recipient back in their era.
Cinema from the world of March 1, 1988 included Die Hard, adding another recognizable cultural touchpoint to the year.
March 1, 1988 is also shared with notable birthdays such as Nolan Roux, making the date feel connected to a wider story.
Together, those details make March 1, 1988 more than an answer to a history question: they provide the personal starting point for a gift rooted in the recipient's own date.
Because the poster is delivered digitally and personalized around 1988, it can become a birthday surprise, milestone keepsake, or printable reminder of the era connected to March 1, 1988.
The 1988 poster brings together verified books, songs, and movies, creating a personal digital keepsake for birthdays and milestone celebrations tied to March 1, 1988.
Explore the fuller story in our 1988 history guide, or see the 1988 poster gift page. You can also compare ideas in our birth-year poster guide.
Make 1988 part of their celebration
A personalized digital nostalgia gift, ready to order for someone connected to March 1, 1988.
