Monday, 31st March 1969 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! Explore 58 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 drizzly with temperatures between 3°C and 10°C. Tonight's moon is in its waning crescent 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 Monday, 31st March in London, GB.
On Monday, 31st March 1969, London experienced drizzly weather under a waning crescent moon, while the zodiac sign Aries dominated the astrological calendar. The capital of England has long served as a centre for cultural, political and economic activity, with its influence extending across global affairs and historical events.
The date marks several significant moments in history across different continents and centuries. In 1995, TAROM Flight 371 crashed near Balote??ti in Romania, claiming all 60 lives aboard in one of the nation's deadliest aviation disasters. That same year, the Latino community mourned the death of Selena, the celebrated Tejano music artist, who was murdered in Corpus Christi, Texas. Further back, in 1913, Austrian composer Arnold Schoenberg conducted the Vienna Concert Society in a performance of expressionist music so controversial that the audience erupted into a riot, marking a pivotal moment in modern musical history.
Throughout history, 31st March has witnessed pivotal political and social transformations. The date encompasses everything from colonial-era military campaigns to twentieth-century cultural upheaval, demonstrating how a single calendar date can connect disparate events across geography and time periods.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 31st March 1969
Acceptance begins where comparison ends.
Fortune of the Day
31st March in the Stars – Star Sign Aries
Personality Profile
Personality People born on March 31st blend Aries' fiery directness with Jupiter's expansive wisdom. They are energetic pioneers who approach life with courage and optimism, charming others with their infectious enthusiasm. Philosophical depth subtly tempers their impulsiveness.
Strengths & Weaknesses These individuals possess remarkable courage, decisive action, and genuine inspirational power. Impatience and overconfidence are their main weaknesses—they often underestimate obstacles and rush into decisions without sufficient reflection or preparation.
Love Those born this day love with intensity and adventure-seeking spirit. They seek partners who share their enthusiasm and respect their independence. Generosity and passion create profound emotional connections.
Caree & Finance Professionally, these people excel in leadership, entrepreneurship, or pioneering creative fields. Their financial optimism leads to opportunity-grabbing, yet poor planning can cause losses. Long-term strategies stabilize their wealth accumulation.
Health These natives enjoy robust energy and natural vitality. Their fast-paced lifestyle requires regular movement and caution against overexertion. Mental balance through meditation or philosophy stabilizes their impulsive nature.
That night, the moon was in its waning crescent phase.
Chinese year of the Rooster (Earth).
Fun Facts About 31st March
Name Days in Your Language: Ames, Amos, Bambi, Thurston
Someone born on this day in 1969 would be 57 years old today — just 20,865 days into life, which is roughly 500,774 hours, 30,046,471 minutes, or 1,802,788,288 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 90. day of the year.
There are 275 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 14 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 31st March
- Alejandro Amenábar, Chilean-Spanish director and screenwriter (1972)
- Andrew Bowen, American actor, producer, and screenwriter (1972)
- Luca Gentili, Italian footballer and coach (1972)
- Hristos Polihroniou, Greek hammer thrower (1972)
- Evan Williams, American businessman, co-founded Twitter and Pyra Labs (1972)
- Demetris Assiotis, Cypriot footballer (1971)
- Martin Atkinson, English footballer and referee (1971)
- Pavel Bure, Russian ice hockey player (1971)
- Craig McCracken, American animator, producer, and screenwriter (1971)
- Ewan McGregor, Scottish actor (1971)
Lives Remembered on 31st March
- Stephen Lewis, Canadian politician and diplomat, 14th Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations (born 1937) (2026)
- Sian Barbara Allen, American television actress (born 1946) (2025)
- Betty Webb, English code breaker (born 1923) (2025)
- Barbara Rush, American actress (born 1927) (2024)
- Shirley Burkovich, former American All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL) player (born 1933) (2022)
- Patrick Demarchelier, French fashion photographer (born 1943) (2022)
- Moana Jackson, New Zealand lawyer specialising in constitutional law (born 1945) (2022)
- Tullio Moneta, Italian mercenary and actor (born 1937) (2022)
- Ken Reitz, American baseball player (born 1951) (2021)
- Muhammad Wakkas, Bangladeshi teacher and parliamentarian (born 1952) (2021)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 31st March
- Cesar Chavez Day (California, Washington (state))
- Christian feast day Abdas of Susa
- Christian feast day Acathius of Melitene (Eastern Orthodox Church)
- Christian feast day Anesius and companions
- Christian feast day Benjamin
- Christian feast day Balbina
- Christian feast day John Donne (Anglican Communion, Lutheran)
- Christian feast day Natalia Tułasiewicz
- Christian feast day March 31 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Freedom Day (Malta)
- International Transgender Day of Visibility
- King Nangklao Memorial Day (Thailand)
- Thomas Mundy Peterson Day (New Jersey, United States)
- Transfer Day (US Virgin Islands)
- World Backup Day
What Happened on 31st March?
- Explorer 1 re-enters the Earth's atmosphere after 12 years in orbit. (1970)
- American President Lyndon B. Johnson speaks to the nation of "Steps to Limit the War in Vietnam" in a television address. At the conclusion of his speech, he announces: "I shall not seek, and I will not accept, the nomination of my party for another term as your President." (1968)
- The Soviet Union launches Luna 10 which later becomes the first space probe to enter orbit around the Moon. (1966)
- The Labour Party under Harold Wilson wins the 1966 United Kingdom general election. (1966)
- Brazilian General Olímpio Mourão Filho orders his troops to move towards Rio de Janeiro, beginning the coup d'état and 21 years of military dictatorship. (1964)