The top quark is discovered
In March of 1995, the top quark was first discovered by scientists working at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Illinois. The discovery was a major breakthrough in particle physics, and it helped to confirm the Standard Model of particle physics. The top quark is the heaviest known elementary particle, and it plays an important role in understanding the nature of matter.

Rhodesia declares itself an independent republic
The southern African country of Rhodesia, now known as Zimbabwe, officially declared itself an independent republic. This move was in direct defiance of the British government, which had refused to grant the country independence until it made progress on racial equality.

Miles Davis records Kind of Blue
Jazz legend Miles Davis recorded his landmark album “Kind of Blue” in New York City. The album, which was recorded in a single day, featured Davis’ famous sextet, which included saxophonist John Coltrane, pianist Bill Evans, and drummer Jimmy Cobb. “Kind of Blue” was a groundbreaking album that explored new modes of jazz improvisation and composition. The album has been hailed as one of the greatest jazz albums of all time and is considered a landmark of 20th century music.

The film King Kong premieres
The groundbreaking film “King Kong” premiered at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The film, which was directed by Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack, was a ground-breaking achievement in special effects and stop-motion animation. The story of the giant ape who is captured and brought to New York City, only to escape and climb the Empire State Building, became an instant classic.