🔔 Stay Updated!

Get instant alerts on breaking news, top stories, and updates from News EiSamay.

What happened today (March 28) in history? Key events to look back on

From a major nuclear accident to milestones in aviation and literature, March 28 brings together moments that shaped science, politics and culture.

By Pritha Chakraborty

Mar 28, 2026 13:09 IST

Some days are remembered for specific occurrences that prompted the world to take heed. March 28 has a variety of occurrences, ranging from industrial tragedies to significant politics and awareness. Let us take a look at some of the significant occurrences associated with this day. To do this, let us focus on five of the occurrences associated with this day.

Three Mile Island Unit 2 reactor meltdown begins (1979)

On March 28, 1979, a malfunction of the cooling system occurred at the Three Mile Island Nuclear Generating Station in the US. It was the worst nuclear accident in the country’s history.

Also Read | Daily horoscope March 28: Career, money and health insights for all zodiac signs

Henri Fabre makes first successful seaplane flight (1910)

French aviator Henri Fabre flew the first seaplane on March 28, 1910. This is an important day in the history of aviation.

Virginia Woolf dies (1941)

Renowned British author Virginia Woolf passed away on March 28, 1941. She is one of the most influential authors of modernist literature.

Also Read | Wordle answer today (March 28): Check hints, solution and more

Dwight D. Eisenhower dies (1969)

Former US President Dwight D. Eisenhower died on March 28, 1969. He also served as the Supreme Allied Commander during World War II.

Lady Gaga born (1986)

Singer and performer Lady Gaga was born on March 28, 1986. Later on, she turned out to be one of the most influential pop artists of her time.

Articles you may like: