What Happened on February 24 in History?

From the introduction of the modern calendar to the start of major global conflicts, February 24 has been a pivotal date in world history.

Major Historical Milestones

• 1582: Pope Gregory XIII introduced the Gregorian calendar via papal bull.

• 1868: The U.S. House of Representatives impeached President Andrew Johnson, a first in U.S. history.

• 1920: The Nazi Party was founded in Munich.

• 2022: Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Science, Technology, & Exploration

• 1803: Marbury v. Madison established the principle of judicial review.

• 1938: DuPont began commercial production of nylon.

• 1949: The first U.S. rocket reached space.

• 2011: Space Shuttle Discovery launched on its final mission.

Sports & Culture

• 1980: The U.S. hockey team secured Olympic gold after the "Miracle on Ice" by defeating Finland 4-2.

• 2010: Sachin Tendulkar scored the first ODI double-century.

• 1981: Buckingham Palace announced the engagement of Prince Charles and Lady Diana.

Notable Birthdays

• 1786: Wilhelm Grimm, author.

• 1885: Chester Nimitz, U.S. Navy Admiral.

• 1955: Steve Jobs, Apple co-founder.

• 1977: Floyd Mayweather Jr., boxer.

• 1989: Daniel Kaluuya, actor.