Historical Events
- 1st US Military Academy at West Point is established through Congressional act (opened July 4, 1802)
- US Army Corps of Engineers established (2nd time)
Famous Birthdays
- George Archibald McCall, American Brigadier General (Union Army), born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (d. 1868)
About March 16, 1802
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 221 years, 2 months and 17 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces
