Historical Events
- Explorer Robert Cavelier de La Salle, searching for the mouth of the Mississippi River, is murdered by his own men
Famous Deaths
- René-Robert Cavelier, sieur de La Salle, French explorer (Louisiana), killed by his men at 43
1687 Highlights
About March 19, 1687
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 336 years and 6 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
