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March 1: Facts & Historical Events On This Day

Did you know that on this day, March 1, 1941, the first issue of the Captain America comic book was published?

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March 1st is officially Barista Day and World Compliment Day.

This day marks the 60th day of the year, and there’s another 305 days left in 2025.

If today is important to you then you’re in for a treat. March 1 in history has been a fascinating day full of many law and political advancements, space exploration and business developments.

Did you know that on this day, March 1, 1941, the first issue of the Captain America comic book was published? This was printed by Timely Comics, which later became Marvel.

Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about March 1st in history!

Historical Events

What memorable events happened on March 1 in history? Keep reading to find out!

At 340 days, Astronaut Scott Kelly completed the longest single mission aboard the International Space Station.

Spanish peseta lost its legal tender after fully adopting the Euro.

OTD in 2002: Spanish peseta lost its legal tender after fully adopting the Euro.

James Cameron’s Titanic became the first film to gross more than $1 billion worldwide.

MAC Cosmetics makeup brand was founded in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

The first woman won the Life Achievement Award and was claimed by Bette Davis.

The Venera 3 space probe became the first human-made object to land on another planet.

President John F. Kennedy founded the Peace Corps.

OTD in 1961: President John F. Kennedy founded the Peace Corps.

The Peace Corps is a successful volunteer organization that has since sent at least 235,000 Americans abroad to developing countries to help with health care, education, and other human needs.

Soviet Premier Joseph Stalin was found semi-conscious after suffering from a stroke.

The Georgian-born leader of the Soviet Union was moved to a couch and hand-fed for three days before dying. Many reports claimed that Stalin was poisoned, with some claiming that some of his closest allies were responsible.

Captain America issue #1 comic was published by Timely Comics (which later became Marvel).

The writers and pencilers were Joe Simon and Jack Kirby.

A Study in Scarlet became the first US edition of British detective Sherlock Holmes written by Arthur Conan Doyle.

The Yellowstone National Park Protection Act went into law, making it the first National Park in the world.

OTD in 1872: The Yellowstone National Park Protection Act went into law

Nebraska became the 37th state to join the United States of America.

Rebecca Lee Crumpler became the first African American female physician.

The Death Penalty was abolished in the state of Michigan, except for treason.

OTD in 1847: The Death Penalty was abolished in the state of Michigan

This made it the first English-speaking government in the world to make such a move.

Ohio became the 17th state to join the United States of America.

The first United States Census was authorized.

Authorizing the legislation were President George Washington, Vice President John Adams, and Speaker of the House Frederick Muhlenberg.

Famous Births

Is today your birthday? If so, you share the same birthday with Justin Bieber. Here are a few other famous people born on this day.

1994

Justin Bieber

Canadian Singer

Age

31 years old

Born IN

Ontario, Canada

1987

Kesha

American Singer

Age

38 years old

Born IN

California, USA

1978

Jensen Ackles

American Actor

Age

47 years old

Born IN

Texas, USA

1989

Daniella Monet

American Actress

Age

36 years old

Born IN

California, USA

1983

Lupita Nyong'o

Kenyan-Mexican Actress

Age

42 years old

Born IN

Mexico City, Mexico

1966

Zack Snyder

American Film Director

Age

59 years old

Born IN

Wisconsin, USA

Birthday & Zodiac

Those of you who were born on March 1st share the Pisces zodiac sign.

Pisceans are great listeners and tend to take in everything around them. This makes them great people to ask for advice on pretty much anything!

Those of you that were born in March have the Aquamarine birthstone. The aquamarine crystal is believed to bring peace, tranquility, and harmony while keeping one’s mind clear.

March’s primary birth flower, the daffodil, symbolizes rebirth and new beginnings, reflecting the rejuvenating spirit of those born this month. The secondary birth flower, the jonquil, represents desire and affection.

For people born on this day, your estimated date of conception falls on June 8th in the previous year.

A baby conceived on March 1, 2025, will likely be due around November 22, 2025.

Special Holidays

If you can spare some time today, here are some unique holidays you could get involved with.

United States

Barista Day

Coffee is such a crucial part of many people’s day, and many of us wouldn’t function without our morning cuppa java. Today is Barista Day so be sure to appreciate your café’s barista by giving them an extra nice tip.

World

World Compliment Day

Everyone loves to a complimented, but unfortunately, it’s something that just doesn’t happen often enough! That all changes on World Compliment Day, where the goal is to make as many people as possible around the world feel good about themselves.

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