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What Happened on March 8, 1902

Historical Events

Sibelius' 2nd Symphony

1st performance of Jean Sibelius' 2nd Symphony, his most popular, by the Helsinki Philharmonic Society

Famous Birthdays

  • Jennings Randolph, American politician, Senator from West Virginia (1958-85), born in Salem, West Virginia (d. 1998)
  • Louise Beavers, American actress (Beulah-Beulah), born in Cincinnati, Ohio (d. 1962)

About March 8, 1902

Calendar: Gregorian
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 122 years, 4 months and 4 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Pisces