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March 15: Facts & Historical Events On This Day

Did you know that on this day, March 15, 1972, "The Godfather", starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino was released?

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March 15th is officially True Confessions Day and Brutus Day.

We made it to day 74 of the year and there’s 291 days left in 2025.

If today’s your birthday or you want to know more about this day then you’re in the right place. This day had so many intriguing events including areas such as music and theatre, film & TV, and technology.

Did you know that on this day, March 15, 1972, “The Godfather”, starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino was released? The screening happened in NYC.

Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about March 15th in history!

Historical Events

What memorable events happened on March 15 in history? Keep reading to find out!

1.4 million students across 125 nations participated in the School Strike for Climate.

The protests were inspired by Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg, with students making demands of their respective governments to take immediate action to prevent climate change.

NASA’s Discovery Space Shuttle launched from the Kennedy Space Center on mission STS-119.

The 156th crewed NASA space flight and 28th Space Shuttle mission to the ISS would have been a completely uneventful trip if it weren't for a stowaway that tried to hitch a ride. During the countdown, a bat was seen clinging to the shuttle's external fuel tank. The flight operators thought it would fly away during blast-off, but the bat clung on for quite some time before it was shaken off.

Mikhail Gorbachev was elected as the Soviet Union’s first President.

The very first .com domain was registered.

OTD in 1985: The very first .com domain was registered.

The domain name was symbolics.com and was made by Symbolic Inc - a computer company in Massachusetts, US.

The first installment of “The Godfather,” starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino, premiered in New York City.

Jimi Hendrix was declared the “most spectacular guitarist in the world” by LIFE magazine.

OTD in 1968: Jimi Hendrix was declared the "most spectacular guitarist in the world" by LIFE magazine.

Robert Foster made a world record for holding his breath underwater.

He held his breath for an incredible 13 minutes and 42.5 seconds. Foster held this record for 48 years!

The musical “My Fair Lady” had its first performance on Broadway in New York City.

Billboard started publishing the top album charts list with the King Cole Trio as the first #1.

Dr. Bernard Fantus and his team opened the very first “blood bank” in Cook County Hospital, Chicago, US.

OTD in 1937: Dr. Bernard Fantus and his team opened the very first "blood bank" in Cook County Hospital

Fuad I became King of Egypt.

When the United Kingdom recognized Egypt's independence in 1922, he exchanged the title of king for sultan.

Maine became the 23rd state to join the United States of America.

Explorer Christopher Columbus wrote a letter about his travels to the New World.

He wrote the letter while aboard the Niña on his return to Europe.

Julius Caesar was assassinated.

OTD in 44BC: Julius Caesar was assassinated.

It happened during a Senate meeting in Rome where senators stabbed him 23 times because they believed Caesar was undermining the Roman Republic.

Famous Births

If you were born on this day, did you know that you share the same birthday with Connor Ball? See who else was born on March 15th below!

1988

Lil Dicky

American Rapper

Age

37 years old

Born IN

Pennsylvania, USA

1975

Will.i.am

American Rapper

Age

50 years old

Born IN

California, USA

1996

Connor Ball

British Singer

Age

29 years old

Born IN

Scotland, UK

1972

Mark Hoppus

American Singer

Age

53 years old

Born IN

California, USA

Birthday & Zodiac

Everyone who was born on March 15th shares the same star sign, Pisces.

Pisces is the last constellation of the zodiac. It’s symbolized by two fish swimming in opposite directions, which represents the division of Pisces’s attention between fantasy and reality.

Aquamarine is the birthstone given to people born in March. The ancient Greeks and Romans used aquamarine to protect their sailors. They brought the sea-green crystals on board to ensure safe passage to their destinations.

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

Those who were born on March 15th were likely conceived the previous year on June 22nd.

Babies conceived on March 15th, 2025, will be due around December 6th, 2025.

Famous Deaths

Unfortunately, March 15th has also been a day where we've had to say some goodbyes over the years…

1890 — 1937

H. P. Lovecraft

American Writer H. P. Lovecraft was born on August 20, 1890. He died on this day in 1937, at age 46 in Rhode Island, USA.

Quotes

Here we have the most notable quotes that have been spoken throughout history on March 15th.

1929

“When you sit with a nice girl for two hours you think it’s only a minute, but when you sit on a hot stove for a minute you think it’s two hours. That’s relativity.”

Albert Einstein

(German Physicist)

Special Holidays

Here are some unusual holidays that are celebrated on this day.

United States

True Confessions Day

We’ve all made mistakes at some point in our lives, and we’ve kept many of them a secret. While confessing may seem difficult at first, the more you share, the lighter you’ll feel! But, of course, there’s no way to know until you try it, so try it today on True Confessions Day!

United States

National Brutus Day

Fans of Shakespeare will know what this day is all about, but fear not, as we’re here to give you a grave warning. Brutus Day is a reminder that there are people out there who may backstab you. So today of all days, you should keep your friends close and your enemies closer.

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