March 1

    What happened on March 1 in history

    4 events fall on March 1, from 1565 to 1961. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on March 1

    1. 1565

      Rio de Janeiro is founded

      Estácio de Sá establishes the Portuguese town on Guanabara Bay.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1872

      Yellowstone becomes a national park

      Congress sets aside two million acres as the world's first national park.

      Read about Golden Spike Ceremony, Promontory SummitPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1896

      The Battle of Adwa

      Ethiopian forces defeat an Italian army and preserve the country's independence.

      Read about First Modern Olympic Games, AthensPlay the 19th century round

    4. 1961

      The Peace Corps is created

      Kennedy signs the order establishing the volunteer programme.

      Read about Construction of the Berlin WallPlay the 20th century round

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