HISTORICAL CHRONOLOGY

On This Day in History

Discover key historical events within the Genesis range (1950–2049) that occurred on this calendar day, and claim their commemorative registry plaques.

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Historical chronology for March 9

March 9

5 historical milestones registered between 1950 and 2049

March 9, 1956 AVAILABLE

In Tbilisi, Georgia, soldiers suppressed mass demonstrations against Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev's policy of de-Stalinization.

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Tbilisi
March 9, 1957 AVAILABLE

The Andreanof Islands earthquake struck Hawaii and the Aleutian Islands, causing more than $5 million in damage from ground movement and a destructive tsunami.

Wikipedia: 1957 Andreanof Islands earthquake
March 9, 1959 AVAILABLE

The popular fashion doll Barbie debuted at the American International Toy Fair in New York City.

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Barbie
March 9, 1967 AVAILABLE

Svetlana Alliluyeva, the daughter of former Soviet leader Joseph Stalin, defected to the United States.

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Svetlana Alliluyeva
March 9, 1977 AVAILABLE

Twelve gunmen seized three buildings in Washington, D.C., and took 149 hostages in a 39-hour standoff that ended in two deaths.

Wikipedia: Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.