1992⚡ Event
USS Missouri Decommissioned
The USS Missouri, the last active United States Navy battleship, was decommissioned in Long Beach, California.
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What Happened on March 31?
Discover 15 historical moments on March 31 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on March 31(5)
1995⚡ Event
Selena Murdered
American singer-songwriter Selena, known as the "queen of Tejano music", was murdered by the president of her fan club. Her death deeply affected the Latino community.
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2004⚡ Event
Old National Library Building Closure
The Old National Library Building in Singapore was closed for tunnel construction, despite public protests.
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2018⚡ Event
Nikol Pashinyan's Protest Walk Begins
Nikol Pashinyan began a protest walk in Gyumri, initiating the 2018 Armenian revolution.
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2023⚡ Event
Belvidere Tornado Collapse
A tornado caused the collapse of a concert venue in Belvidere, Illinois, resulting in one death and 48 injuries.
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Famous Birthdays on March 31(5)
2005🎂 Birth
Reed Baker-Whiting
Birth of Reed Baker-Whiting, an American professional footballer.
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Notable Deaths on March 31(5)
2022🕊️ Death
Shirley Burkovich
Shirley Burkovich, former American All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL) player, has died.
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2022🕊️ Death
Patrick Demarchelier
Patrick Demarchelier, a renowned French fashion photographer, has died.
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2025🕊️ Death
Sian Barbara Allen
Death of Sian Barbara Allen, an American television actress (born 1946).
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March 31 in History
March 31 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1992 to the present day.
Major Events on March 31
Among the most notable events on March 31: USS Missouri Decommissioned (1992), Selena Murdered (1995), Old National Library Building Closure (2004). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on March 31
Notable figures born on March 31 include Japhet Tanganga, Samson Baidoo, Mateo Sanabria. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on March 31
Remembered figures who died on March 31 include Shirley Burkovich, Patrick Demarchelier, Barbara Rush. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on March 31?
- March 31 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on March 31?
- One of the most notable events on March 31 is: USS Missouri Decommissioned.
- Who was born on March 31?
- Famous figures born on March 31 include Japhet Tanganga, Samson Baidoo, Mateo Sanabria.
- How many historical events happened on March 31?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on March 31, spanning centuries of world history.
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