Today in world history features some of most notable dates
of events to have occurred around the world.
A 'Today in
Basildon's History' featuring an assortment of historical dates and trivia relating to Basildon, Laindon, Langdon Hills, Dunton,
Vange, Pitsea and Nevendon can be found on the above link.
Basildon - This Day in History
The date today is Saturday, March 21, 2026
1994Dudley Moore arrested for hitting girlfriend
1993Pope John Paul II declares Duns Scotus, a saint
1991The Canadian Supreme Court rules 9-0 that the fetus is not a legal person
1991Tatsumi Fujinami beats Ric Flair for NWA wrestling championship
199127 lost at sea when 2 US Navy anti-submarine planes collide
1990Namibia becomes independent of South Africa, Sam Nujoma becomes president
