March 25: Founding of Venice
March 25 is…
…The day the city of Venice was founded
…The day Richard the Lionhearted was fatally wounded
…The anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire
…The day the Selma marchers reached Montgomery
…The birthday of Simone Signoret, Gloria Steinem, Gene Shalit, Flannery O’Connor, James Lovell, Elton John, Aretha Franklin, Jack Ruby, and Howard Cosell
…The day Buck Owens and Claude Debussy died.
…and a whole lot more!
A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, “The Story of a Special Day” will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion. And if you’re a history enthusiast, a fan of actors or sports figures, or just interested in knowing more about the world around you, “The Story of a Special Day” makes a great addition to your bookshelf or e-reader device!