March 10: What Happened on This Day in History
March 10th marks the 69th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 70th in case of leap years). There are 296 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on March 10th in history, famous birthdays on March 10th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to March 10.
What happened on March 10?
Here's what happened on March 10th in history:
- 2023: Silicon Valley Bank experienced a catastrophic bank run, leading to its collapse and becoming the second-largest bank failure in US history. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) swiftly took over the bank's operations, sending shockwaves through the tech and financial sectors.
- 2018: President Joseph Kabila signed a landmark law increasing taxes and royalties for international mining companies operating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, despite strong opposition from foreign corporate interests.
- 2013: During the ongoing War in Afghanistan, President Hamid Karzai made a controversial claim that U.S. Armed Forces were strategically working with the Afghan Taliban to maintain a military presence after the planned 2014 withdrawal.
- 2006: In the World Baseball Classic, the Netherlands national baseball team decisively defeated Panama with a 10-0 score. The game was called after seven innings due to the mercy rule, which is triggered when one team leads by 10 or more runs.
- 1991: College basketball coach Eddie Sutton becomes the first NCAA coach to lead four different schools into the playoffs, a remarkable achievement highlighting his coaching versatility and success.
- 1986: Vadim Schneider, a Canadian actor who would later pass away in 2003, was born on this date.
- 1984: Professional heavyweight boxer Tim Witherspoon knocked out Greg Page in a significant boxing match, demonstrating his power and skill in the ring.
- 1983: Walter Alston, the legendary manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in recognition of his exceptional leadership and contributions to the sport. During his remarkable 23-year tenure with the Dodgers (1954-1976), Alston led the team to seven National League pennants and four World Series championships. Known for his steady demeanor and strategic brilliance, Alston was one of the most respected managers of his era, guiding iconic players like Sandy Koufax, Don Drysdale, and Tommy Lasorda.
- 1982: Katharine Isabelle, a notable Canadian actress known for her roles in horror and independent films, was born on this date.
- 1978: Soyuz 28, a Soviet space mission, successfully returned to Earth after completing its mission to the Salyut 6 space station. Cosmonauts Yuri Romanenko and Georgy Grechko completed their space exploration objectives and landed safely.
What famous birthdays are on March 10?
On March 10th there are the following famous birthdays:
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Chuck Norris (1940)Legendary martial artist and actor known for his tough-guy roles in action movies like 'Walker, Texas Ranger' and 'Missing in Action'.
![Olivia Wilde]()
Olivia Wilde (1984)Olivia Wilde is an American actress, director, and producer known for her versatile roles in television and film, including the medical...
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Sharon Stone (1958)Renowned Hollywood actress known for her iconic roles in 'Basic Instinct', 'Total Recall', and 'Casino'.
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Carrie Underwood (1983)Carrie Underwood is a multi-platinum country music superstar who rose to fame through American Idol and has won numerous Grammy Awards for...
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Jon Hamm (1971)Jon Hamm is an acclaimed American actor best known for his iconic role as Don Draper in the critically acclaimed television series Mad Men,...
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Robin Thicke (1977)Robin Thicke is a Grammy-nominated American singer-songwriter known for his controversial hit single 'Blurred Lines' and his role as a judge...
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Paul Haggis (1953)Oscar-winning Canadian filmmaker known for directing critically acclaimed films like 'Crash' and writing screenplays for movies such as...
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Paget Brewster (1969)Versatile American actress known for her memorable roles in popular TV series like Friends, Criminal Minds, and Harvey Birdman, Attorney at...
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Shannon Tweed (1957)Canadian-American actress and model known for her work in film and television, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s.
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Shin Koyamada (1982)Japanese actor who gained international recognition through his role in Disney's 'Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior', representing Asian talent...
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Who died on March 10?
On March 10th the following celebrities died:
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Anna Moffo (2006)Renowned lyric-coloratura soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera for 17 seasons and was known as 'la bellissima'.
![Ray Milland]()
Ray Milland (1986)Acclaimed Welsh-American actor who won an Academy Award for Best Actor in 1945 for his powerful performance in 'The Lost Weekend', a...
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Dave Allen (2005)Dave Allen was a renowned Irish comedian known for his satirical stand-up comedy and distinctive television shows that challenged social...
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Lloyd Bridges (1998)Lloyd Bridges was a prominent American actor known for his roles in 'Sea Hunt' and as the father of actors Jeff and Beau Bridges.
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Corey Haim (2010)Corey Haim was a prominent Canadian actor who rose to fame in the 1980s, particularly known for his iconic role in the vampire film 'The...
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Andy Gibb (1988)British-American pop singer and youngest member of the Bee Gees' family, who became a teenage sensation in the 1970s, selling 15 million...
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Tully Marshall (1943)Tully Marshall was a prolific character actor in Hollywood during the silent film era.
- Jean Giraud (2012)
Jean Giraud, also known as Moebius, was a legendary French comic book artist and illustrator who revolutionized the graphic novel and...
- Hubert de Givenchy (2018)
Legendary French fashion designer who revolutionized haute couture and was a close collaborator with Audrey Hepburn.
What day of the year is March 10?
March 10th marks the 69th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 70th in case of leap years).
There are 296 days remaining until the end of the year.
March 10th is the 10th day of the month of March.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day March 10?
The zodiac sign associated with March 10th is Pisces according to the Western Zodiac.
