April 3: What Happened on This Day in History
April 3rd marks the 93rd day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 94th in case of leap years). There are 272 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on April 3rd in history, famous birthdays on April 3rd, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to April 3.
What happened on April 3?
Here's what happened on April 3rd in history:
- 2017: Somali pirates seized an Indian cargo vessel off the coast of Puntland, highlighting ongoing maritime security challenges in the region.
- 2016: Azerbaijan declared a unilateral ceasefire in its conflict with ethnic Armenians, one day after losing 30 soldiers. However, rebel forces disputed the claim and saw no evidence of the government stopping hostilities.
- 2012: During the 2011-2012 Bahraini Uprising, significant concerns emerged for the safety of opposition leader Abdulhadi Khawaja, who was sentenced to life imprisonment amid widespread political repression.
- 2009: The 21st NATO Summit was held from April 3-4, commemorating 60 years since the organization's founding. Former Danish Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen was appointed as the new Secretary General of NATO, signaling a leadership transition and reaffirming the alliance's continued relevance in global geopolitics.
- 2005: Tony Croatto, an Italian-born singer who had a significant musical career, passed away at the age of 65. Known for his contributions to music, Croatto was a notable figure in the entertainment industry.
- 1992: The Baltimore Orioles played their first exhibition game at the newly constructed Oriole Park at Camden Yards, defeating the New York Mets in a historic moment that marked the beginning of a landmark baseball stadium. This venue would later be recognized as a revolutionary design that influenced modern ballpark architecture, emphasizing intimate fan experiences and urban integration.
- 1989: Gannett launched Sunrise, a new newspaper serving the Bronx community, expanding local media coverage in the New York City borough.
- 1980: The United States conducted a nuclear weapons test at the Nevada Test Site, continuing its nuclear weapons research and development program during the Cold War period.
- 1979: Jane M. Byrne, a Democrat, was elected as the first woman Mayor of Chicago, Illinois. Her election was historically significant as she broke the long-standing political tradition by being the first mayor in 46 years to come from outside the Bridgeport neighborhood.
- 1974: On April 3, 1974, the price of gold reached a record high of US$197 per ounce in Paris, France, reflecting significant economic volatility and investor sentiment during this period.
What famous birthdays are on April 3?
On April 3rd there are the following famous birthdays:
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Jane Goodall (1934)Pioneering primatologist who revolutionized our understanding of chimpanzees through her groundbreaking 45-year research at Gombe Stream...
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Eddie Murphy (1961)Legendary comedian and actor who rose to fame through Saturday Night Live and became a Hollywood superstar with iconic comedy films like...
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Alec Baldwin (1958)Alec Baldwin is a prominent American actor, comedian, and producer known for his versatile roles in film and television, including '30...
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Clotilde Courau (1969)Clotilde Courau is a prominent French actress known for her versatile roles in cinema and television, with a successful career spanning...
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Doris Day (1922)Iconic American actress and singer who was a major Hollywood star during the 1950s and 1960s, known for her wholesome image and successful...
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Eric Braeden (1941)Renowned German-American actor best known for his iconic role as Victor Newman in the long-running soap opera 'The Young and the Restless',...
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Amanda Bynes (1986)Amanda Bynes is a prominent American actress who rose to fame as a Nickelodeon child star in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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Miguel Bosé (1956)Renowned Spanish/Italian singer, actor, and musician born in Panama to actress Lucia Borloni and bullfighter Luis Miguel González Lucas.
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Lyle Alzado (1949)NFL defensive lineman for the Oakland Raiders who tragically died from cancer at age 43, becoming known for his advocacy about steroid use...
![Cobie Smulders]()
Cobie Smulders (1982)Canadian actress best known for her role as Robin Scherbatsky in 'How I Met Your Mother' and her appearances in Marvel Cinematic Universe...
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Who died on April 3?
On April 3rd the following celebrities died:
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Sarah Vaughan (1990)Legendary jazz and pop vocalist known as 'The Divine One', Sarah Vaughan was a groundbreaking artist with exceptional vocal range and...
![Graham Greene]()
Graham Greene (1991)Graham Greene was a prolific British novelist, known for his complex moral and political narratives.
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June Brown (2022)Renowned English actress best known for her iconic role as Dot Cotton in the long-running BBC soap opera EastEnders, a character she...
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Mary Ure (1975)Scottish actress known for her stage and screen performances, nominated for Best Supporting Actress in 1960, with a notable career spanning...
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Betty Furness (1994)Betty Furness was a prominent American actress and television journalist who transitioned from entertainment to consumer advocacy.
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- Kurt Weill (1950)
Renowned German-American composer who revolutionized modern opera through his collaboration with Bertolt Brecht, creating groundbreaking...
What day of the year is April 3?
April 3rd marks the 93rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 94th in case of leap years).
There are 272 days remaining until the end of the year.
April 3rd is the 3rd day of the month of April.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day April 3?
The zodiac sign associated with April 3rd is Aries according to the Western Zodiac.
