March 6: What Happened on This Day in History

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March 6th marks the 65th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 66th in case of leap years). There are 300 days remaining until the end of the year.

Discover what happened on March 6th in history, famous birthdays on March 6th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to March 6.

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What happened on March 6?

Here's what happened on March 6th in history:


  • 2023: A tragic terrorist incident occurred in Sibi District, Balochistan, where a separatist suicide bomber on a motorcycle deliberately targeted a police vehicle, resulting in the deaths of nine police officers and injuring 16 additional people. The attack highlights ongoing tensions and separatist movements in the region.
  • 2018: Sri Lanka imposed a nationwide 10-day state of emergency following violent communal tensions, specifically after a Sinhalese Buddhist mob attacked Muslim shops in Kandy, Central Province, resulting in the death of a Muslim individual.
  • 2015: Two knife-wielding attackers injured at least nine people at a train station in southern China. One attacker was shot and neutralized by local police during the incident.
  • 2013: Syrian rebels successfully capture Ar-Raqqah, marking a significant milestone as the first major city to fall under rebel control during the ongoing Syrian civil war.
  • 1997: Cheddi Jagan, a prominent Guyanese political figure who served as President of Guyana in two distinct periods (1953 and 1957-1964), passed away. Born in 1918, Jagan was a significant leader in Guyana's post-colonial political landscape and played a crucial role in the country's independence movement.
  • 1991: Following Iraq's decisive defeat in the Persian Gulf conflict, President George H.W. Bush delivered a historic address to the United States Congress, proclaiming that 'aggression is defeated; the war is over'. This moment symbolized the successful conclusion of a significant military intervention that restored Kuwait's sovereignty and demonstrated the international community's united stance against territorial aggression.
  • 1986: On March 6, 1986, Georgia O'Keeffe, a pioneering American artist renowned for her distinctive paintings of flowers, landscapes, and bones, passed away at the age of 98. Born in 1887, she was a key figure in the American modernist art movement and significantly influenced 20th-century art.
  • 1984: Martin Niemöller, a notable German pastor and World War I submarine commander, was a prominent figure in the resistance against Adolf Hitler. He was recognized internationally for his courage, receiving the Lenin Peace Prize in 1967 and the German Grand Cross of Merit in 1971. Niemöller is also famous for his powerful post-war statements about the dangers of intellectual and moral apathy during the rise of Nazism.
  • 1982: Ayn Rand, the influential Russian-born author and philosopher known for seminal works like 'The Fountainhead' and 'Atlas Shrugged', passed away in New York City at the age of 77. A key figure in Objectivist philosophy, her writings significantly influenced libertarian and conservative thought in the 20th century.
  • 1978: Controversial Hustler magazine publisher Larry Flynt was critically wounded in a targeted shooting by a white supremacist sniper in Georgia. The attack left Flynt permanently paralyzed and confined to a wheelchair, marking a significant moment in the ongoing tensions surrounding free speech, pornography, and racial tensions in late 1970s America.
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What famous birthdays are on March 6?

On March 6th there are the following famous birthdays:


  • Shaquille O'Neal
    Shaquille O'Neal (1972)

    Legendary NBA basketball player, actor, and media personality known for his extraordinary size, powerful playing style, and charismatic...

  • Gabriel García Márquez
    Gabriel García Márquez (1927)

    Colombian novelist and short story writer who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1982.

  • Lou Costello
    Lou Costello (1906)

    Legendary American comedian best known for the comedy duo Abbott and Costello, famous for their vaudeville and film performances,...

  • Alan Greenspan
    Alan Greenspan (1926)

    Highly influential American economist who served as Chairman of the Federal Reserve from 1987 to 2006, playing a crucial role in shaping...

  • Alan Davies
    Alan Davies (1966)

    Alan Davies is a prominent English comedian, actor, and screenwriter known for his work in comedy panel shows and television series.

  • Connie Britton
    Connie Britton (1967)

    Acclaimed American actress known for her roles in 'Friday Night Lights' and 'Nashville', who has received multiple Emmy nominations for her...

  • Tom Arnold
    Tom Arnold (1959)

    Tom Arnold is an American comedian and actor known for his stand-up comedy, acting career, and personal journey from a blue-collar...

  • Andrzej Wajda
    Andrzej Wajda (1926)

    Renowned Polish film director known for landmark films like 'Ashes & Diamonds' and 'Lotna', who significantly influenced Polish cinema and...

  • John Stossel
    John Stossel (1947)

    American journalist, stossle was the pioneer of consumer reporting on tv.

  • Frankie Howerd
    Frankie Howerd (1917)

    Famous British comedian and actor known for his comedic roles in 'Carry On' films, with a career spanning six decades.

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Who died on March 6?

On March 6th the following celebrities died:


  • Anthony Hopkins
    Anthony Hopkins (1997)

    Welsh actor known for his exceptional international career in film and television, who overcame significant personal challenges with alcohol...

  • Nancy Reagan
    Nancy Reagan (2016)

    First Lady of the United States during Ronald Reagan's presidency, Nancy Reagan was a prominent political and cultural figure who...

  • Melina Mercouri
    Melina Mercouri (1994)

    Renowned Greek actress, singer, and politician who served as the 9th Greek Minister of Culture.

  • Nelson Eddy
    Nelson Eddy (1967)

    Nelson Eddy was a renowned American baritone singer and Hollywood musical film star of the 1930s and 1940s.

  • Teresa Wright
    Teresa Wright (2005)

    Acclaimed Hollywood actress of the Golden Age, Teresa Wright won an Academy Award and was known for her memorable performances in classics...

  • George Formby
    George Formby (1961)

    Renowned English comedian, singer, and actor famous for his ukulele performances and comedic films during the early to mid-20th century.

  • Harry Andrews
    Harry Andrews (1989)

    British character actor known for notable stage and film performances, particularly in 'Man of La Mancha' and 'Equus', with a significant...

  • Robert Osborne
    Robert Osborne (2017)

    Robert Osborne was a renowned film historian and host of Turner Classic Movies (TCM), known for his extensive knowledge of cinema history...

  • Frances Dee
    Frances Dee (2004)

    Frances Dee was a prominent Hollywood actress during the Golden Age of cinema, known for her roles in romantic dramas and her marriage to...

  • Margaret Dumont
    Margaret Dumont (1965)

    American actress (d. 1965).

  • More famous people died on March 6

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What day of the year is March 6?


March 6th marks the 65th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 66th in case of leap years).

There are 300 days remaining until the end of the year.

March 6th is the 6th day of the month of March.

What day of the week is March 6?

On March 6th, 2025 the day of the week is Thursday.

Holidays and Observances on March 6

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What zodiac sign is associated with the day March 6?