March 9

What happened on March 9 in history

3 events fall on March 9, from 1500 to 1959. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on March 9

  1. 1500

    Cabral sails for India

    The fleet that will sight Brazil on the way leaves Lisbon.

    Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

  2. 1862

    Ironclads fight at Hampton Roads

    Monitor and Virginia duel to a draw and wooden navies are obsolete.

    Play the 19th century round

  3. 1959

    The Barbie doll goes on sale

    Mattel launches the doll at the New York toy fair.

    Play the 20th century round