March 7: What Happened on This Day in History
March 7th marks the 66th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 67th in case of leap years). There are 299 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on March 7th in history, famous birthdays on March 7th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to March 7.
What happened on March 7?
Here's what happened on March 7th in history:
- 2023: A catastrophic explosion rocked a seven-story commercial building in Gulistan, Dhaka, Bangladesh, resulting in at least 18 fatalities and over 140 injuries. The incident highlights significant safety concerns in urban infrastructure and emergency response capabilities.
- 2018: Two connected stabbing incidents occurred in Vienna, resulting in a total of four people being injured. One attack took place at a Japanese restaurant, where three individuals were severely wounded, and another incident involved a single victim. Local authorities successfully captured the perpetrator.
- 2015: Five suicide bomb explosions in Maiduguri, northeast Nigeria killed 54 people and left 143 others injured, demonstrating the devastating terrorist tactics of Boko Haram in the region.
- 2013: A significant conflict erupted between Malaysian Armed Forces and the Sultanate of Sulu, resulting in at least 60 fatalities. This territorial dispute highlighted tensions in the southern Philippines and Malaysia's border regions.
- 1997: The 11th annual Soul Train Music Awards took place, celebrating achievements in African American music and entertainment across various genres.
- 1991: During the final stages of the Gulf War, Iraqi forces continued their scorched earth tactics by systematically destroying oil fields in Kuwait. This environmental catastrophe involved setting fire to hundreds of oil wells, creating massive ecological damage and releasing enormous amounts of smoke and pollutants into the atmosphere. The deliberate sabotage was intended to cause economic devastation and environmental harm to Kuwait.
- 1986: The emergency crisis in the South African provinces of Brabant and Limburg comes to an end, marking a potential shift in regional political tensions during the apartheid era.
- 1984: Mathieu Flamini, a professional French football (soccer) player, was born on March 7, 1984. He would go on to play for notable clubs like Arsenal and AC Milan during his career.
- 1982: The NCAA Tournament Selection was televised live for the first time, marking a significant milestone in sports broadcasting and increasing public engagement with college basketball.
- 1978: Belgian businessman Charles Bracht was kidnapped while getting into his car in a parking garage in Antwerp. His body was later discovered on April 10 in a garbage dump, highlighting the serious security challenges faced by prominent business figures during this period.
What famous birthdays are on March 7?
On March 7th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Bryan Cranston (1956)Emmy Award-winning actor best known for his iconic roles in 'Malcolm in the Middle' and 'Breaking Bad', where he portrayed Walter White.
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Rachel Weisz (1970)Rachel Weisz is an acclaimed British actress and Academy Award winner known for her versatile roles in critically acclaimed films like 'The...
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Murat Boz (1980)Murat Boz is a prominent Turkish pop singer who has achieved significant success in the Turkish music industry, known for his chart-topping...
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Anna Magnani (1908)Legendary Italian actress known for her powerful performances in neorealist cinema.
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Rik Mayall (1958)Iconic British comedian and actor who was a key figure in alternative comedy during the 1980s, known for groundbreaking shows like 'The...
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Laura Prepon (1980)Laura Prepon is an accomplished American actress best known for her iconic roles in popular television series 'That '70s Show' and 'Orange...
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John Heard (1946)Versatile American actor known for his theater work and memorable role as the father in the iconic 'Home Alone' films.
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Wanda Sykes (1964)Wanda Sykes is a renowned American comedian, actress, and writer known for her sharp, politically charged stand-up comedy and her...
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Jenna Fischer (1974)Jenna Fischer is an acclaimed American actress best known for her iconic role as Pam Beesly in the critically acclaimed sitcom 'The Office'.
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Matthew Vaughn (1971)Prominent English film director, producer, and screenwriter known for stylized action films like 'Kick-Ass', 'Kingsman', and 'Layer Cake'.
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Who died on March 7?
On March 7th the following celebrities died:
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Paul Winfield (2004)Acclaimed African American actor known for roles in films like 'Sounder' and television series, who received Emmy and Oscar nominations...
- Stanley Kubrick (1999)
Legendary film director who revolutionized cinema with groundbreaking works like '2001: A Space Odyssey' and 'A Clockwork Orange', known for...
- Gordon Parks (2006)
Pioneering African American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and civil rights activist who captured powerful images of racial segregation...
- Cool Papa Bell (1991)
Legendary Negro League baseball player known for extraordinary speed and exceptional batting skills, considered one of the greatest players...
- Cuthbert Collingwood (1810)
British naval officer and author known for his contributions to naval history.
- Jaan Poska (1920)
Estonian lawyer and politician who played a key role in the Estonian War of Independence.
- Mati Klarwein (2002)
Renowned German painter famous for his psychedelic and surreal artworks that significantly influenced album cover art and visual...
- Ali Farka Touré (2006)
Legendary Malian musician, guitarist, and singer-songwriter who popularized African blues worldwide.
- Jacob K. Javits (1986)
Prominent American politician who served as the 58th New York State Attorney General and was a long-serving U.S.
What day of the year is March 7?
March 7th marks the 66th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 67th in case of leap years).
There are 299 days remaining until the end of the year.
March 7th is the 7th day of the month of March.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day March 7?
The zodiac sign associated with March 7th is Pisces according to the Western Zodiac.
