March 28: What Happened on This Day in History
March 28th marks the 87th day of the Gregorian calendar year (or the 88th in case of leap years). There are 278 days remaining until the end of the year.
Discover what happened on March 28th in history, famous birthdays on March 28th, celebrities died on this day, the day of the week and the zodiac sign associated to March 28.
What happened on March 28?
Here's what happened on March 28th in history:
- 2008: Norway and South Korea officially recognized Kosovo as an independent state, contributing to the international diplomatic recognition of Kosovo following its declaration of independence from Serbia.
- 2006: Charles Schepens, a renowned American ophthalmologist who was also a heroic member of the French Resistance during World War II, passed away. He was a significant figure known for his medical contributions and wartime bravery.
- 2000: Three children are killed in an accident where a CSX freighttrain hits a Murray County school bus.
- 1994: On March 28, 1994, Italy's right-wing political alliance, led by Silvio Berlusconi, secured a significant electoral victory. This marked a pivotal moment in Italian political history, signaling a shift in the country's political landscape and Berlusconi's emergence as a major political figure.
- 1990: Bengal emerged victorious in the Ranji Trophy cricket final against Delhi, winning on a quotient due to rain interrupting the match.
- 1987: Club Nouveau, a popular R&B group, reached the number one position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with their cover of Bill Withers' classic song 'Lean On Me'. This rendition brought a contemporary 1980s pop and funk style to the soulful original track from 1972.
- 1985: The Space Shuttle Discovery (mission STS 51-D) was moved to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center, preparing for its upcoming mission. This mission would later launch on April 12, 1985, carrying multiple communication satellites and conducting scientific experiments.
- 1983: On March 28, 1983, Michael Jackson's iconic hit 'Billie Jean' from his groundbreaking album 'Thriller' was the number one song on the US music charts. This track, known for its innovative music video featuring Jackson's legendary moonwalk, was a significant moment in pop music history.
- 1977: At the 49th Academy Awards, the film 'Rocky' wins major awards. Peter Finch and Faye Dunaway also receive notable recognition for their performances.
- 1975: Atta-ur-Rehman was a Pakistani cricket player who made his international debut against England in 1992 at the young age of 17, showcasing early promise in his cricket career.
What famous birthdays are on March 28?
On March 28th there are the following famous birthdays:
- Reba McEntire (1955)
Reba mcentire is a renowned country singer known for her powerful voice and numerous hit songs.
- Kate Gosselin (1975)
Kate gosselin is an american tv personality known for her appearance on the reality show 'jon & kate plus 8', which documented her life as a...
- Julia Stiles (1981)
Julia stiles is an american actress known for her roles in popular movies such as 10 things i hate about you, save the last dance, and the...
- Vince Vaughn (1970)
American actor who, despite his masculine, testosterone-image, managed to avoid being typecast.
- Zbigniew Brzezinski (1928)
Polish-american politician and geoostrategist 10th united states security advisor.
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Who died on March 28?
On March 28th the following celebrities died:
- Shirla Woolf (1941)
Shirla Woolf was an English novelist and essayist, considered one of the most influential modernist authors of the 20th century.
- Sophiagrace Woolf (1941)
Sophiagrace Woolf was a pioneering British novelist and essayist, known for her innovative narrative techniques and her contributions to the...
What day of the year is March 28?
March 28th marks the 87th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (or the 88th in case of leap years).
There are 278 days remaining until the end of the year.
March 28th is the 28th day of the month of March.
What zodiac sign is associated with the day March 28?
The zodiac sign associated with March 28th is Aries according to the Western Zodiac.