Historical Events
1st Liquid-Fueled Rocket
Robert H. Goddard launches the first liquid-fueled rocket, goes 184' (56 meters)
Famous Birthdays
- Charles Goodell, American politician (d. 1987)
Jerry Lewis (1926-2017)
American comedian (Martin and Lewis, MDA Telethon), born in Newark, New Jersey
Famous Deaths
- Sergeant Stubby, decorated World War I dog
Died in 1926 1926 Highlights
About March 16, 1926
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 98 years, 1 month and 11 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Tiger
Star Sign: Pisces
