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What happened today in history (March 13): Senate begins impeachment trial of US President Andrew Johnson, British troops occupy Bloemfontein, Leon Trotsky takes control of the Red Army, Queen Wilhelmina returns Netherlands, etc

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Today in History, March 13: Today is the first day of the week and we know you must have been busy with some tasks. While you go about your daily routine, we have brought some interesting facts that you will be surprised to know. So without further ado, let’s get started. Today is the day Leon Trotsky takes control of the Red Army, Queen Wilhelmina returns to the Netherlands, and Bill Gates leaves the company board to focus on charitable activities. Learn more historical facts while scrolling down the page.

Historical events on this day

In 1865, Confederate President Jefferson Davis signed a law allowing slaves to be used as soldiers (American Civil War).
In 1868, the Senate began the impeachment trial of US President Andrew Johnson.
In 1877, Chester Greenwood patented earplugs after inventing them at the age of 15.
In 1900, British troops occupied Bloemfontein, the capital of the Orange Free State.
In 1913, the Kansas legislature approved film censorship.
In 1918, Leon Trotsky gained control of the Red Army.
In 1933, Joseph Goebbels became Nazi Germany’s Minister of Information and Propaganda.
In 1945, Queen Wilhelmina returned to the Netherlands.
In 2018, former US President Donald Trump fired US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson through a tweet.
In 2020, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates left the company’s board of directors to focus on philanthropic activities.

Sports event today

In 1929, Australian cricketer Don Bradman scored 123 in the 5th Test against England at the MCG.
In 2011, Kentucky defeated Florida 70-54 in the 52nd SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament.
In 2019, Australian cricketers defeated India by 35 runs in Delhi to win the ODI series.

Today’s Arts and Culture Events

In 1947, De Havilland won the Academy Award for “The Best Years of Our Lives” at the 19th Academy Awards.
In 1928, the ABC television crime drama, “TJ Hooker” starring William Shatner premiered.
In 2005, Bob Iger was appointed CEO of Walt Disney International, replacing Michael Eisner.

Notable deaths on this day

S.No	Year of death	Personality
first	1906	Susan B. Anthony was a social reformer and women’s rights activist who played a key role in the Women’s Suffrage Movement.
2	1923	Nicole Stephane is a French actress, director and producer best known for her roles in ‘Le Silence de la mer’ and ‘Les Enfants Terrors’.
3	2006	Maureen Stapleton is an American actress who has worked in film, television and theatre. She received the Oscar for best supporting actress in the movie ‘Reds’
4	2021	Marvelous Marvin Hagler is an American actor and professional boxer who was the undisputed middleweight champion from 1980 to 1987.
5	2022	William Hurt is an American actor who plays Thaddeus Ross in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films.

Famous birthdays on this day

S.No	Year of Birth	Personality
first	1950	William H. Macy is an American actor known for playing several characters in films such as ‘Fargo’, ‘Air Force One’ and ‘Boogie Nights’.
2	1971	Anne Elizabeth Gish is an American film and television actress who made her debut in the 1986 television series ‘Desert Bloom’.
3	1972	Leigh-Allyn Baker is an American actress and voice artist best known for her recurring roles as Ellen on ‘Will & Grace’ and Hannah Webster on ‘Charmed’.
4	1984	Noel Fisher is a Canadian actor best known for his role as Mickey Milkovich on the Showtime series Shameless.
5	1986	Neil Wagner is a New Zealand Test cricketer, playing for the New Zealand and Northern Districts cricket teams.
6	1995	Nozomi Okuhara is a Japanese badminton player who started her badminton career in 2002. After 8 years, she joined the Japanese national team.

Frequently asked questions

What happened today in history (March 13)?

The Senate begins the impeachment trial of US President Andrew Johnson, British troops occupy Bloemfontein, Leon Trotsky takes control of the Red Army, Queen Wilhelmina returns to the Netherlands, etc.

Which famous person was born on this day (March 13)?

American actor William H. Macy, actress Anne Elizabeth Gish, cricketer Neil Wagner and Japanese badminton player Nozomi Okuhara, among many famous people were born on this day.

What sporting events happened today?

Kentucky defeated Florida 70-54 in the 52nd SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament and Australia’s cricketers defeated India by 35 runs in Delhi to win the ODI series and beyond again.

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