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What happened on March 4th?
The US Constitution went into effect
Matthew Jones
March 04, 2025
1789 The New US Government Begins under the Constitution
On March 4th, 1789, the US Constitution became operational, establishing the United States as a federal republic with a system of government built on the separation of powers. This landmark event marked the conclusion of the Articles of Confederation and set the foundation for the country's democratic framework, balancing power between the federal government and the states.
This painting, titled Scene at the Signing of the Constitution of the United States and painted by Howard Chandler Christy, depicts the signing of the United States Constitution with George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Alexander Hamilton (left to right in the foreground).
🗞️Today’s Headlines
Everything important that’s ever happened on March 4:
1982 — Bertha Wilson became the first woman appointed to the Supreme Court of Canada, marking a historic moment for gender equality in the judiciary.
1933 — Frances Perkins was sworn in as the first female US secretary of labor during Franklin D. Roosevelt’s presidency, while Roosevelt took office as the 32nd president.
1837 — Chicago was incorporated as a city with a modest population of 4,200, beginning its transformation into a major urban center.
1804 — Irish convicts led the Castle Hill Rising, Australia's first significant rebellion against British colonial rule.
1681 — William Penn received a charter from King Charles II, granting him control over the colony of Pennsylvania, which would become a American colony.
1461 — King Henry VI of England was deposed by the Yorkists in the Battle of Towton and replaced by Edward IV, marking a critical moment in the Wars of the Roses.
🎂 Today’s Birthdays
On March 4, we’re singing to:
Garrett Morgan (1877) — American inventor best known for his creation of the traffic signal and the gas mask, both of which have had lasting impacts on safety and transportation.
Catherine O’Hara (1954) — Canadian actress celebrated for her roles in Home Alone, Beetlejuice, and Schitt's Creek, earning accolades for her comedic talent and versatility.
Khaled Hosseini (1965) — Afghan-American author famous for his novels The Kite Runner and A Thousand Splendid Suns, which explore themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption in Afghan culture.
Antonio Vivaldi (1678) — Italian composer and virtuoso violinist widely recognized for his Baroque compositions, particularly The Four Seasons, which remains one of the most popular classical works.
🪦Who Died Today?
On March 4, we’re saying goodbye to:
Saladin (1193) — Ayyūbid Sultan who famously led Muslim forces during the Crusades and recaptured Jerusalem from the Crusaders, becoming a legendary figure in both Islamic and Western history.
Nikolay Gogol (1852) — Ukrainian-born Russian writer known for his darkly satirical works, including Dead Souls and The Overcoat, which explore the absurdities of Russian society.
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