Friday, 29th March 2013 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! Explore 50 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings cloudy with temperatures between -4°C and 3°C. Tonight's moon is in its new moon phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Aries. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Friday, 29th March in London, GB.
On 29 March 2013, London experienced cloudy conditions beneath a new moon as the capital prepared for the weekend. The city, located in southeast England on the River Thames, serves as the United Kingdom's political, economic and cultural centre. The date fell under the zodiac sign of Aries, a period traditionally associated with new beginnings and fresh initiatives.
The historical significance of this particular date extends across centuries of British history. In 1982, Queen Elizabeth II granted royal assent to the Canada Act, which formally ended the remaining constitutional dependence of Canada on the United Kingdom through a process known as patriation. More recently, in 1981, London hosted the inaugural London Marathon, where Dick Beardsley and Inge Simonsen jointly won the Men's Elite Race, while Joyce Smith claimed victory in the Women's Elite Race.
The events recorded on this date demonstrate how significant developments often cluster within the same calendar day across different historical periods. From constitutional matters reshaping Commonwealth relations to sporting achievements that would establish enduring traditions, 29 March has marked moments that altered institutional and cultural landscapes. These occurrences reflect the layered history that characterises the British nation and its role in global affairs.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 29th March 2013
Tides trust the moon without understanding why.
Fortune of the Day
29th March in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on March 29 combine typical Aries drive with Jupiterian wisdom and breadth. They're enterprising, direct, and inspirational—driven to push boundaries and explore new horizons. Their impulsiveness is tempered by philosophical curiosity and an appetite for deeper understanding.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their strengths include courage, optimism, and expansive vision that motivates others. However, impatience and overconfidence can lead to hasty decisions. They must balance bold action with thoughtful reflection to avoid unnecessary mistakes.
Love March 29 natives love intensely and passionately while craving intellectual depth. They seek partners who share their adventurous spirit and respect their need for freedom. Loyalty and desire for new experiences coexist in their hearts.
Caree & Finance These individuals thrive in roles requiring leadership and innovation. They succeed as entrepreneurs, teachers, or diplomats. Financially, they embrace ambitious goals—yet must guard against overconfidence in speculative ventures.
Health Their fiery nature demands regular physical activity and mental stimulation. Burnout prevention requires scheduled rest. Mindfulness practices help balance their impulsive tendencies and cultivate inner stability amid constant motion.
That night, the moon was in its new moon phase.
Chinese year of the Snake (Water).
Fun Facts About 29th March
Name Days in Your Language: Berthold, Fletcher, Pearl, Pearle, Pearlie, Pearline, Perla
Someone born on this day in 2013 would be 13 years old today — just 4,753 days into life, which is roughly 114,081 hours, 6,844,874 minutes, or 410,692,477 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 88. day of the year.
There are 277 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 13 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 29th March
- Kim Ju-chan, South Korean footballer (2004)
- Wade Baldwin IV, American basketball player (1996)
- Jung Jae-won, South Korean rapper, singer-songwriter, and actor (1994)
- Matt Olson, American baseball player (1994)
- Thorgan Hazard, Belgian footballer (1993)
- Irene, South Korean idol, actress and television host (1991)
- N'Golo Kanté, French footballer (1991)
- Lyle Taylor, English footballer (1990)
- James Tomkins, English footballer (1989)
- Sylvan Ebanks-Blake, English footballer (1986)
Lives Remembered on 29th March
- Patty Duke, American actress (born 1946) (2016)
- William Delafield Cook, Australian-English painter (born 1926) (2015)
- Marc Platt, American actor and dancer (born 1913) (2014)
- Reginald Gray, Irish-French painter (born 1930) (2013)
- Brian Huggins, English-Canadian journalist and actor (born 1931) (2013)
- Ralph Klein, Canadian journalist and politician, 12th Premier of Alberta (born 1942) (2013)
- Art Phillips, Canadian businessman and politician, 32nd Mayor of Vancouver (born 1930) (2013)
- Pap Cheyassin Secka, Gambian lawyer and politician, 8th Attorney General of the Gambia (born 1942) (2012)
- Bill Jenkins, American race car driver and engineer (born 1930) (2012)
- Ângelo de Sousa, Portuguese painter and sculptor (born 1938) (2011)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 29th March
- Christian feast day: Armogastes
- Christian feast day: Berthold of Calabria
- Christian feast day: Gwynllyw
- Christian feast day: Jonas and Barachisius
- Christian feast day: Ludolph of Ratzeburg
- Christian feast day: March 29 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Boganda Day (Central African Republic)
- Commemoration of the 1947 Rebellion (Madagascar)
- National Vietnam War Veterans Day (United States)
- Day of the Young Combatant (Chile)
- Youth Day (Taiwan)
What Happened on 29th March?
- A United States Air Force F-16 crashes during takeoff from Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan. (2016)
- Air Canada Flight 624 skids off the runway at Halifax Stanfield International Airport, after arriving from Toronto shortly past midnight. All 133 passengers and five crews on board survive, with 23 treated for minor injuries. (2015)
- The first same-sex marriages in England and Wales are performed. (2014)
- At least 36 people are killed when a 16-floor building collapses in the commercial capital Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. (2013)
- Two suicide bombers hit the Moscow Metro system at the peak of the morning rush hour, killing 40. (2010)