On February 28, 1939, the erroneous word “dord” is discovered in the Webster’s New International Dictionary, Second Edition, prompting an investigation. The error caused controversy for the dictionary whose goal … Continue reading “28 February” →
On February 27,1801, Washington, D.C. is placed under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Congress. D.C. residents haven’t forgiven them since. A hallmark attitude of D.C. dwellers is a mixture of … Continue reading “27 February” →
On February 26, 1802 Victor Hugo is born in Besançon, France. His works become some of Western Literatures most beloved works. Les Misérables has been adapted into multiple plays, movies, … Continue reading “26 February” →
On February 25,1964, the North Korean Prime Minister Kim Il-sung calls for the removal of land ownership to turn their assets to state control. This begins a chapter of extreme … Continue reading “25 February” →
On February 24 1989, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini issues a fatwa for the death of Salman Rushdie, author of The Satanic Verses. For Rushdie’s death, a reward is offered valued at … Continue reading “24 February” →
February 23, 1455 marks the traditional date for the publication of the Gutenberg Bible. The work becomes known as the first Western book printed with movable type. Book Title: The … Continue reading “23 February” →
On February 22, 1856, the United States Republican Party opens its first national convention in Pittsburgh. The Republicans’ first president becomes Abraham Lincoln, one of the most important leaders in … Continue reading “22 February” →
On February 21 1965, Malcolm X is assassinated at the Audubon Ballroom in New York City. His Autobiography is the chance to meet the legend where he was, a human, … Continue reading “21 February” →
On February 20, 2005 Hunter S Thompson passes away in Woody Creek, Colorado. He has been attributed often as the founding father of gonzo journalism, a style that rids itself … Continue reading “20 February” →
On February 19, 2016, Harper Lee passed away. Her best known work was To Kill a Mockingbird. Before her passing, a sequel to To Kill a Mockingbird was released under … Continue reading “19 February” →
