1974⚡ Event
Peking Man fossils discovered
Fossils of Peking Man, an early human ancestor, were discovered near Beijing, China.
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What Happened on March 29?
Discover 18 historical moments on March 29 — 8 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on March 29(8)
1974⚡ Event
Watergate scandal breaks
The Watergate scandal led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. It involved a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters and subsequent cover-up.
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1974⚡ Event
Watergate scandal escalates
The Watergate scandal intensified with the resignation of key aides, marking a significant moment in American political history.
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1982⚡ Event
Canada Act 1982 Royal Assent
Queen Elizabeth II granted royal assent to the Canada Act 1982, ending Canada's constitutional dependence on the United Kingdom.
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1999⚡ Event
Chamoli Earthquake
A powerful earthquake struck the foothills of the Himalayas, killing at least 100 people.
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2010⚡ Event
Moscow Metro Bombings
Islamist separatists of the Caucasus Emirate detonated two bombs on the Moscow Metro, killing 40 people and injuring 102 others.
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2014⚡ Event
First Same-Sex Marriages in England and Wales
The first same-sex marriages in England and Wales took place following the passage of the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013.
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2017⚡ Event
UK Invokes Article 50 for Brexit
British prime minister Theresa May invoked Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union, formally beginning the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union.
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Famous Birthdays on March 29(5)
1994🎂 Birth
Birth of Jung Jae-won
Jung Jae-won, a South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, and actor, was born.
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Notable Deaths on March 29(5)
2023🕊️ Death
Death of Vivan Sundaram
Vivan Sundaram, a prominent Indian contemporary artist, died.
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2024🕊️ Death
Death of Gerry Conway
Gerry Conway, an English folk and rock drummer and percussionist, died.
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March 29 in History
March 29 is home to 18 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 8 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1974 to the present day.
Major Events on March 29
Among the most notable events on March 29: Peking Man fossils discovered (1974), Watergate scandal breaks (1974), Watergate scandal escalates (1974). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on March 29
Notable figures born on March 29 include Birth of Thorgan Hazard, Birth of Jung Jae-won, Birth of Matt Olson. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on March 29
Remembered figures who died on March 29 include Death of John Kerin, Death of Vivan Sundaram, Death of Gerry Conway. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on March 29?
- March 29 is home to 18 recorded historical entries, including 8 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on March 29?
- One of the most notable events on March 29 is: Peking Man fossils discovered.
- Who was born on March 29?
- Famous figures born on March 29 include Birth of Thorgan Hazard, Birth of Jung Jae-won, Birth of Matt Olson.
- How many historical events happened on March 29?
- Our collection records 8 historical events on March 29, spanning centuries of world history.
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