March 19

    What happened on March 19 in history

    3 events fall on March 19, from 1279 to 2003. 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 19

    1. 1279

      The Song dynasty ends

      The Battle of Yamen leaves China wholly under Mongol rule.

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    2. 1932

      The Sydney Harbour Bridge opens

      A ceremonial ribbon is cut early by a horseman with a sword.

      Read about Christ the Redeemer Under Construction, Rio de JaneiroPlay the 20th century round

    3. 2003

      The invasion of Iraq begins

      American and British forces launch the campaign that topples Saddam Hussein.

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