Famous Birthdays
- Gheorghe Asachi, Moldovian-Romanian author, poet, polyglot and humanist (1st newspaper in Moldavia), born in Hertsa, Principality of Moldavia (d. 1869)
Famous Deaths
- Orazio Mei, Italian organist, and composer, dies at 56
1788 Highlights
About March 1, 1788
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 235 years, 3 months and 5 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Pisces
