Births on March 23

Thakin Kodaw Hmaing

Born on March 23, 1876

Thakin Kodaw Hmaing, Burmese poet, writer and political leader (d. 1964)

Thakin Kodaw Hmaing (Burmese: သခင်ကိုယ်တော်မှိုင်း, pronounced [θəkʰɪ̀ɰ̃ kòdɔ̀ m̥áiɰ̃]; 23 March 1876 – 23 July 1964) is considered one of the greatest Burmese poets, writers and political leaders in the 20th century history of Burma. He is regarded as the Father of Burmese nationalist and peace movements as well as a literary genius. His legacy and influence on the post-war generations can still be felt in both literature and the ongoing political situation in Myanmar (Burma).

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Events on 1876

2 Feb

Major League Baseball
The National League of Professional Baseball Clubs of Major League Baseball is formed.
10 Mar

Alexander Graham Bell
The first successful test of a telephone is made by Alexander Graham Bell.
22 Apr

MLB
The first game in the history of the National League was played at the Jefferson Street Grounds in Philadelphia. This game is often pointed to as the beginning of the MLB.
4 Jun

First Transcontinental Railroad
An express train called the Transcontinental Express arrives in San Francisco, via the First Transcontinental Railroad only 83 hours and 39 minutes after leaving New York City.
25 Nov

Battle of the Little Bighorn
American Indian Wars: In retaliation for the American defeat at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, United States Army troops sack the sleeping village of Cheyenne Chief Dull Knife at the headwaters of the Powder River.

Births on March 23

Thakin Kodaw Hmaing

Born on March 23, 1876

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Events on 1876

Major League Baseball

Alexander Graham Bell

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First Transcontinental Railroad

Battle of the Little Bighorn