What Happened on March 1, 1990

Historical Events

  • Benin nullifies its constitution
  • England cricket has its first win against West Indies in 16 years and 24 matches; 9 wicket victory in the 1st Test in Kingston, Jamaica; Allan Lamb's first overseas century 132
  • Luis Alberto Lacalle sworn in as the 36th President of Uruguay
  • Steve Jackson Games is raided by the United States Secret Service, prompting the later formation of the Electronic Frontier Foundation.

Famous Birthdays

  • Harry Eden, English actor, born in Old Harlow, Essex

Famous Deaths

  • Dainin Katagiri, Japanese Buddhist monk, Zen teacher (abbot of Minnesota Zen Meditation Center, 1972-90), and associate of Shunryu Suzuki, dies of cancer at 62
Died in 1990 1990 Highlights

About March 1, 1990

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 1 month and 26 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Pisces

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Escapade - Janet Jackson
  • UK #1 Song: Dub Be Good To Me - Beats International featuring Lindy Layton