MARCH 15, 1986

March 15 has witnessed a myriad of significant events throughout history. Most famously, in 44 BC, Julius Caesar was assassinated by a group of Roman senators, marking a pivotal moment in Roman history and leading to the rise of the Roman Empire. This date is often referred to as the 'Ides of March' and serves as a cautionary tale about betrayal and the complexities of power. In 1965, Martin Luther King Jr. led a march from Selma to Montgomery, advocating for voting rights, a crucial event in the Civil Rights Movement. The day is also marked by the establishment of the first-ever 'National Women's Day' in 1908, highlighting the long struggle for women's rights. Over the years, March 15 has seen the birth of influential figures, such as Andrew Jackson in 1767 and the signing of impactful legislation, including the proclamation of World Consumer Rights Day in 1983, further cementing the date's importance in social progress.