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00:00:48#22ndfebruary #onthisday #history
History Unfolds on February 22nd: A Global Lookback
On February 22nd, historical events, cultural celebrations, and individual achievements unfold worldwide. Here's a glimpse into some of the notable happenings on this date:
Echoes of the Past:
• 1541: Founding of Santiago, Chile: Spanish conquistador Pedro de Valdivia establishes the city, marking the beginning of Spanish colonization in Chile.
• 1818: Chile Declares Independence: Bernardo O'Higgins formally approved the Chilean Declaration of Independence, culminating years of struggle for freedom from Spanish rule.
• 1864: Treaty of Lahore: After the Second Anglo-Sikh War, this treaty grants British control over Punjab, impacting the political landscape of South Asia.
• 1912: Puyi Abdicates the Chinese Throne: The last Qing emperor, Puyi, formally relinquishes power, marking the end of 2,132 years of imperial rule in China.
• 1948: First Transatlantic Balloon Flight: Jean Piccard and André Dewitters, pioneering high-altitude balloon flight technology, embark on this historic journey.
• 1953: Anglo-Egyptian Agreement: British troops withdraw from the Suez Canal Zone, ending a long period of occupation.
• 1994: Winter Olympics Open in Lillehammer, Norway: Athletes from 67 nations compete in various winter sports, showcasing athletic prowess and international cooperation.
Cultural Tapestry:
• Sri Lanka: Independence Day: Celebrated with parades, traditional dances, and cultural events as Sri Lanka gained independence from the British Empire in 1948.
• China: Spring Festival (Chinese New Year): Depending on the lunar calendar, families gather for feasts, fireworks, and lion dances to usher in the New Year.
• France: Crêpe Day: Families and friends come together to enjoy sweet and savory crêpes, commemorating Pope Gelasius I's act of feeding the poor with crêpes during a food shortage.
• United States: Hug Day: A friendly reminder to show affection and appreciation through a hug.
Individual Achievements:
• 1809: Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, is born.
• 1934: Bill Russell, legendary basketball player and NBA champion, enters the world.
• 1948: Ray Kurzweil, computer scientist and futurist, is born.
• 1993: Omar Bradley, decorated US general and WWII hero,
passes away.
• 2019: The Republic of Macedonia changed its name to the Republic of North Macedonia.
Remembering Lost Icons:
• 2011: Cliff Gorman, an American actor known for his powerful presence, departs.
• 2014: Sid Caesar, comedic powerhouse and pioneer of early live television, passes away.00:02:49Red Sea Crisis: US and UK initiate fresh attacks against the Houthis
Joint airstrikes target the Houthi rebels in Yemen in a second wave. As promised, the Houthis will "respond to any attacks on Yemen." Houthi's allegation that he fired in the Red Sea at an American cargo ship. Watch to find out more!
#houthis #us #yemen
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