March 09

Friday 09, 1990:

Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Clyde Wells confirms he will rescind Newfoundland's approval of the Meech Lake Accord, effectively killing the Accord.

Sunday 09, 1986:

United States Navy divers find the largely intact but heavily-damaged crew compartment of the Space Shuttle Challenger. The bodies of all seven astronauts were still inside.

Monday 09, 1964:

The first Ford Mustang rolls off the assembly line at Ford Motor Company.

Tuesday 09, 1847:

Mexican-American War: United States forces under General Winfield Scott invade Mexico near Vera Cruz.

Wednesday 09, 1796:

Napoléon Bonaparte marries his first wife, Joséphine de Beauharnais.