Historical Events
NBA Record
Atlanta's Lenny Wilkens becomes first coach in NBA history to reach 1,000 career victories when the Hawks beat Cleveland Cavaliers, 74-68
- New toll-free 888 area code introduced in USA
- Plans approved allowing traffic cameras High Harrington & Shap England
Famous Birthdays
- Ye Shiwen, Chinese swimmer (Olympic gold 400m [WR 4:28.43] & 200m individual medley 2012; World C'ships gold 200m medley 2011, 19), born in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Famous Deaths
- (Elijah) Doug Quattlebaum, American blues guitarist, singer and songwriter (Softee Man Blues), dies at 67
- Margaret McKay, British politician, dies at 85
Died in 1996 1996 Highlights
About March 1, 1996
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 28 years, 1 month and 28 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Pisces
Music Charts
#1 Song: One Sweet Day - Mariah Carey & Boyz II Men
#1 Song: Don't Look Back In Anger - Oasis
