Deaths on March 17

Ferdinand Laub, Czech violinist and composer (b. 1832)

Ferdinand Laub (January 19, 1832 – March 17, 1875) was a Czech violinist and composer.

25 Feb

Empress Dowager Cixi
Guangxu Emperor of Qing dynasty China begins his reign, under Empress Dowager Cixi's regency.
3 Mar

Opéra-Comique
Georges Bizet's opera Carmen receives its première at the Opéra-Comique in Paris.
15 Mar

John McCloskey
Archbishop of New York John McCloskey is named the first cardinal in the United States.