Cleveland History
- March 25, 1931: The Cleveland Municipal Stadium, later known as Cleveland Stadium, began construction. It would become a major venue for baseball, football, and large-scale events in the city.
- March 26, 1997: The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland hosted its 12th annual induction ceremony, recognizing contributions to the music industry and solidifying Cleveland’s status in the history of rock and roll.
- March 27, 1973: Cleveland’s Severance Hall was designated as a National Historic Landmark, recognizing its architectural significance and cultural contributions as the home of the Cleveland Orchestra.
- March 29, 1966: Case Western Reserve University announced a significant expansion and development plan, impacting education and research in Cleveland and contributing to the region’s growth as an educational hub.
- March 31, 2000: The Cleveland Indians played their first game at Jacobs Field (now known as Progressive Field), marking a new era for the baseball team and sports in Cleveland with modern facilities and renewed fan engagement.
World History
- March 25, 1807: The British Parliament passed the Slave Trade Act, abolishing the slave trade in the British Empire, a crucial step in the global fight against slavery.
- March 26, 1979: The Egypt-Israel Peace Treaty was signed by Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, following the Camp David Accords facilitated by U.S. President Jimmy Carter.
- March 27, 1998: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Viagra as the first oral treatment for erectile dysfunction, marking a significant development in medical treatments related to sexual health.
- March 29, 1974: The Terracotta Army was discovered in Shaanxi province, China, by local farmers, leading to one of the most significant archaeological finds of the 20th century associated with the first Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang.
- March 31, 1889: The Eiffel Tower was officially opened in Paris, France, serving as the entrance arch to the 1889 World’s Fair and becoming one of the most recognizable structures in the world.