March 17

    What happened on March 17 in history

    3 events fall on March 17, from 1861 to 1992. 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 17

    1. 1861

      The Kingdom of Italy is proclaimed

      Victor Emmanuel II is declared king of a newly unified country.

      Read about Opening of the Metropolitan Railway, World's First UndergroundPlay the 19th century round

    2. 1958

      Vanguard 1 is launched

      The oldest satellite still in orbit begins its long circuit of the Earth.

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

    3. 1992

      South Africa votes to end apartheid

      White voters back reform by a two-thirds majority in a referendum.

      Play the 20th century round

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