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This former British prince is now facing jail time
(Prince) Andrew Mountbatten Windsor
In 1965, this movie won the Oscar for Best Motion Picture. It featured Julie Andrews as the stepmother of the Von Trapp family.
The Sound of Music
This family tradition in on March 3rd in Japan and feature special dolls on display
Hina Matsuri
On this day in 1931, this former leader of the Soviet Union was born. He helped to bring an end to the "Cold War" between US and USSR
Mikhail Gorbachev
The Spring Grand Sumo tournament is held in this city.
Osaka
In 1983, this form of recorded music was sold for the first time, making cassette tapes old-fashioned.
Audio Compact Discs (CDs)
This celebration happens in mid-March and is especially important for people of Irish background
St. Patrick's Day
This North African country declared its independence from France on this day in 1956.
Morocco
This holiday in Japan occurs on March 20th this year.
Spring Equinox day
This pro basketball player was the first (and only) player to record 100 points in an NBA match in 1962
Wilt Chamberlain
Starting on February 18th this year and lasting until mid-March, this is a special month for followers of Islam
Ramadan