ALL IN THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 500 years ago, from 9th to 17th March 1522 that Martin Luther preached his Invocavit Sermons. He urged citizens to adhere to the core Christian values and trust in God, rather than using violence to bring about change. 175 years ago, on 3rd March 1847 that Alexander Graham Bell, Scottish-born American engineer, and scientist, was born. Credited with inventing the first practical telephone. 150 years ago, on 16th March 1872 that the first FA Cup Final was held at the Oval in Kennington, London. Wanderers beat the Royal Engineers 1-0. 100 years ago, on 10th March 1922 that Indian independence leader Mahatma Gandhi was arrested and charged with sedition for his campaign of non-cooperation against the British Indian government. He was sentenced to six years in prison but released after two years as he needed surgery. 21 80 years ago, on 25th March 1942 that Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, was born. The American soul/ R&B/pop/gospel singer was known for her many hit songs including Respect and I Say a Little Prayer. (Died 2018) 75 years ago, on 1st March 1947 that the International Monetary Fund began operating. 70 years ago, on 11th March 1952 that Douglas Adams, British comedy writer and dramatist was born. Best known for The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy series. (Died 2001) 60 years ago, on 19th March 1962 that the American folkrock singer Bob Dylan released his debut album Bob Dylan. 50 years ago, on 24th March 1972 that the government of Northern Ireland resigned, and on 30th March 1972 that the British government introduced direct rule of Northern Ireland from Westminster (until 1999).
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