February 21, 2017

February 21st in History Part IV


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On February 21st in 1887 Oregon becomes 1st US state to make Labor Day a holiday

On February 21st in 1895 NC Legislature, adjourns for day to mark death of Frederick Douglass

On February 21st in 1901 In Cuba, the constitutional delegates adopt a constitution much like that of the USA

On February 21st in 1902 Dr Harvey Cushing, 1st US brain surgeon, performs his 1st brain operation

On February 21st in 1903 Cornerstone laid for US army war college, Washington, D.C.

On February 21st in 1922 Airship "Rome" explodes at Hampton Roads, Virginia; 34 die

On February 21st in 1922 Great Britain grants Egypt independence

On February 21st in 1945 US 10th Armour division overthrows Orscholz line

On February 21st in 1946 Anti-British demonstrations in Egypt

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