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Signing of a Treaty Between the Wampanoags and the Plymouth Colony - March 22, 1621: On this day in history, March 22, 1621, crucial events took place today in Plymouth Colony, North America, relating to the Signing of a Treaty Between the Wampanoags and the Plymouth Colony. Governor John Carver of the Plymouth Colony, met with Massasoit Ousamequin of the Wamapnoags, and negotiated a peace treaty on March 22, 1621. The treaty benefited both sides and lasted for many years. The famous people associated with this historical event on this day in history: March 22, 1621 were John Carver, Massasoit Ousamequin. Facts on this day in History March 22: Events on this day in history: Signing of a Treaty Between the Wampanoags and the Plymouth Colony *** Date: March 22, 1621 *** Place: Plymouth Colony, North America *** Category: General Interest *** Historical Period: 17th Century *** This day in history ***
Virginia Massacre of 1622 - March 22, 1622: On this day in history, March 22, 1622, significant events took place today in Virginia Colony, North America, respecting the Virginia Massacre of 1622. Powhatan Indians, under the command of Opechancanough, carried out a surprise attack on the English colony of Virginia on March 22, 1622. The attack resulted in the deaths of approximately 350 colonists, however Jamestown had increased its defences having been forewarned by Richard Pace, who had been advised of the attacks by an Indian. The famous people associated with this historical event on this day in history: March 22, 1622 were Richard Pace, Opchanacanough. Facts on this day in History March 22: Events on this day in history: Virginia Massacre of 1622 *** Date: March 22, 1622 *** Place: Virginia Colony, North America *** Category: Massacre *** Historical Period: 17th Century *** This day in history ***
Expulsion of Anne Hutchinson - March 22, 1638: On this day in history, March 22, 1638, important events took place today in Massachusetts Bay Colony, North America, surrounding the Expulsion of Anne Hutchinson. Massachusetts Bay colonist and Puritan spiritual adviser, Anne Hutchinson, was excommunicated and expelled fom the colony on March 22, 1638. She had been tried because her religious views were at odds with those of the established clergy. The famous people associated with this historical event on this day in history: March 22, 1638 were Anne Hutchinson. Facts on this day in History March 22: Events on this day in history: Expulsion of Anne Hutchinson *** Date: March 22, 1638 *** Place: Massachusetts Bay Colony, North America *** Category: Religion *** Historical Period: 17th Century *** This day in history ***
1765 Stamp Act - March 22, 1765: On this day in history, March 22, 1765, crucial events took place today in London, England, relating to the 1765 Stamp Act. The 1765 Stamp Act was introduced by the Right Honorable George Grenville MP and passed by Parliament on March 22, 1765. The tax, which applied to the American colonies, was introduced to help pay for troops who were garrisoned in North America. The famous people associated with this historical event on this day in history: March 22, 1765 were George Grenville. Facts on this day in History March 22: Events on this day in history: 1765 Stamp Act *** Date: March 22, 1765 *** Place: London, England *** Category: Politics *** Historical Period: 18th Century *** This day in history ***
Moving of the Emerald Buddha to Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok - March 22, 1784: On this day in history, March 22, 1784, crucial events took place today in Bangkok, Thailand, relating to the Moving of the Emerald Buddha to Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok. The Emerald Buddha, a jasper or jade figurine of a meditating Buddha, was first recorded in Thailand in 1434. The figurine, seen as the protective image of Thailand, was moved to it's current location, Wat Phra Kaew, in the Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand, on March 22, 1784. The famous people associated with this historical event on this day in history: March 22, 1784 were Rama I. Facts on this day in History March 22: Events on this day in history: Moving of the Emerald Buddha to Wat Phra Kaew, Bangkok *** Date: March 22, 1784 *** Place: Bangkok, Thailand *** Category: Religion *** Historical Period: 18th Century *** This day in history ***
Impeachment of William Woods Holden - March 22, 1871: On this day in history, March 22, 1871, important events took place today in North Carolina, USA, surrounding the Impeachment of William Woods Holden. Governor of North Carolina, William Woods Holden, became the first Governor to be removed from office, through impeachment. Holden was convicted, on March 22, 1871, of charges relating to the actions of his state militia. The famous people associated with this historical event on this day in history: March 22, 1871 were William Woods Holden. Facts on this day in History March 22: Events on this day in history: Impeachment of William Woods Holden *** Date: March 22, 1871 *** Place: North Carolina, USA *** Category: Politics *** Historical Period: 19th Century *** This day in history ***
Abdication of China's Last Emperor - March 22, 1916: On this day in history, March 22, 1916, momentous events took place today in China, with regard to the Abdication of China's Last Emperor. After a period of being President of the Republic of China, Yuan Shikai was offered the throne by a specially convened assembly on December 12, 1915. This move caused many supporters to abandon him and he faced extensive opposition. Yuan abdicated on March 22, 1916. The famous people associated with this historical event on this day in history: March 22, 1916 were Yuan Shikai. Facts on this day in History March 22: Events on this day in history: Abdication of China's Last Emperor *** Date: March 22, 1916 *** Place: China *** Category: Politics *** Historical Period: 20th Century *** This day in history ***
Youngest World Figure Skating Champion - March 22, 1997: On this day in history, March 22, 1997, important events took place today in Lausanne, Switzerland, surrounding the Youngest World Figure Skating Champion. American figure skater Tara Lipinski became the youngest world figure skating champion when she won the championship on March, 22, 1997, in Lausanne Switzerland. She was 14 years, 9 months and 10 days old. The famous people associated with this historical event on this day in history: March 22, 1997 were Tara Lipinski. Facts on this day in History March 22: Events on this day in history: Youngest World Figure Skating Champion *** Date: March 22, 1997 *** Place: Lausanne, Switzerland *** Category: Sport *** Historical Period: 20th Century *** This day in history ***
2017 Westminster Terrorist Attack - March 22, 2017: On this day in history, March 22, 2017, important events took place today in London, England, surrounding the 2017 Westminster Terrorist Attack. Briton Khalid Masood carried out a terrorist attack in Westminster, London, on March 22, 2017. He began by driving into people on Westminster Bridge, before crashing the car and stabbing an unarmed police officer in New Palace Yard. Six people, including Masood, were killed and approximately 50 others were injured. The famous people associated with this historical event on this day in history: March 22, 2017 were Khalid Masood. Facts on this day in History March 22: Events on this day in history: 2017 Westminster Terrorist Attack *** Date: March 22, 2017 *** Place: London, England *** Category: Terrorism *** Historical Period: 21st Century *** This day in history ***
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