March 29

    What happened on March 29 in history

    3 events fall on March 29, from 1461 to 1974. 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 29

    1. 1461

      The Battle of Towton

      The bloodiest battle on English soil is fought in a snowstorm in Yorkshire.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1871

      The Royal Albert Hall opens

      Victoria attends the opening of the hall built in her husband's memory.

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

    3. 1974

      The Terracotta Army is found

      Farmers digging a well near Xi'an strike a life-size clay head.

      Read about Sydney Opera House Under ConstructionPlay the 20th century round

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