Historical Events
Petite Messe Solennelle
Gioachino Rossini's sacred work "Petite Messe Solennelle" premieres at his home in Paris, France
- Union troops occupy Fort de Russy, Louisiana
Famous Birthdays
- Casey [John] Jones, American railroad engineer who dies trying to save a train (Ballad of Casey Jones), born in Missouri (d. 1900)
About March 14, 1864
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 160 years, 1 month and 15 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Pisces
