1519CE
Exploration
Cortes Arrives in Mexico
Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés arrives on the shores of Mexico to begin his expedition and the eventual conquest of the Aztec Empire.
Daily Chronicle
March 4
4 Historical Records
1678CE
Birth
Antonio Vivaldi Born
Antonio Vivaldi was an Italian Baroque composer and virtuoso violinist. He is recognized as one of the greatest Baroque composers and is famous for his influential series of violin concertos, "The Four Seasons."
1789CE
Politics
US Constitution Goes Into Effect
The first session of the United States Congress is held in New York City, marking the official start of the federal government under the newly ratified Constitution.
1877CE
Culture
Swan Lake Premieres
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's famous ballet Swan Lake has its world premiere at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow.