Historical Events
- 1st US National Wildlife Preserve (Lake Meritt in Oakland California)
- Antonio Carlos Gomes' "Il Guarany" premieres at La Scala Opera House in Milan, Italy, 1st Brazilian opera successful outside Brazil
Famous Birthdays
- Frank Hoyt Losey, American composer, arranger of band and orchestral music, and advisor to Edison Phonograph Company, born in Parma, New York (d. 1931) [1]
Famous Deaths
- Joaquin Gaztambide, Spanish composer (Una vieja), dies at 48
Died in 1870 1870 Highlights
About March 18, 1870
Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 154 years, 4 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces