On this day in history - March 31

What Happened On This Day – March 31

• 1999 The film The Matrix is released

  The science fiction story about the adventures of computer programmer, Neo, was not only a commercial success but also left a lasting impression on action film-making through its creative use of slow-motion and spinning cameras.

• 1985 The first edition of WrestleMania is held in New York

  The annual event is the world's most important wrestling meet. It is the biggest event organized by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

• 1964 Following a coup d'etat, a military dictatorship takes charge in Brazil

  The regime under Humberto Castelo Branco suppressed the left-wing opposition, leading to widespread social unrest and strike action, especially in 1968.

• 1918 The United States switch to DST for the first time

  Most areas in the U.S. change the clocks twice a year. Exceptions include Hawaii and most of Arizona. The first country to ever use DST was Germany in 1916.

• 1889 The Eiffel Tower is opened

  French engineer Alexandre Gustave Eiffel unfurled a French flag from the top of the tower, which has since become the most iconic landmark of Paris.