On this day in history
What happened on 19 March
3 events from Bangladesh and around the world took place on 19 March. Use the arrows to move a day at a time, or filter by category.
- Explorer La Salle was murdered in TexasWorld
- US Congress established time zones and daylight saving timeWorld
- The US-led invasion of Iraq beganWorld
About these entries
Each date lists a handful of events chosen for their lasting importance: milestones in the history of Bangladesh and Bengal, turning points in world affairs, and landmarks in culture and science. Years follow the Gregorian calendar.
Bangladesh dates are given as they are observed in the country. Where a historical source disagrees on a day, the most widely cited date is used.