Historical Events on March 7

11 significant historical events occurred on March 7. March 7 has seen several historical events. On this date in 1936, Adolf Hitler remilitarized the Rhineland, violating existing treaties and marking a step toward World War II. The date has also featured Formula One races, such as the 1970 and 1999 South African and Australian Grand Prix events. Additionally, the 18th Academy Awards ceremony took place in 1946, honoring films from 1945.