Historical Events
Music Premiere
W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan's comic opera "The Mikado" premieres in London at the Savoy Theatre
Famous Birthdays
- Gervais Raoul Lufbery, French-American World War I fighter pilot and flying ace, born in Chamalières, France (d. 1918)
1885 Highlights
About March 14, 1885
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 137 years, 10 months and 18 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Pisces