Historical Events
- Stefano Ronchetti-Monteviti's opera "Pergolese" premieres at La Scala in Milan, Kingdom of Lombardy (now Italy)
Famous Birthdays
- Charles Harding Firth, British historian, born in Ecclesall, Sheffield, England (d. 1936)
About March 16, 1857
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 167 years, 1 month and 13 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
