Famous Birthdays
- Ben Harney, American composer and "Father of Ragtime Piano" (You've Been a Good Old Wagon, But You Done Broke Down), born on the Mississippi River (d. 1938)
1871 Highlights
About March 6, 1871
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 151 years, 2 months and 14 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Pisces