Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
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THIS WEEK IN HISTORY |
♦2008: Fidel Castro resigns the presidency of Cuba on Feb. 19.
♦2001: Stock car legend Dale Earnhardt dies Feb. 18, after crashing at the Daytona 500.
♦1997: NBC airs “Schindler’s List” completely uncensored Feb.23.
♦1997: Scottish scientists announce they have successfully cloned a sheep on Feb. 22.
♦1968: Civil rights leader Malcolm X is assassinated Feb 21 in New York City.
♦1962: On Feb. 20, John Glenn is the first American to orbit Earth aboard Friendship 7.
♦1954: Mass polio inoculations for children begin Feb. 23 in Pittsburgh, PA.
♦1953: The first 3-D movie, “Bwana Devil” opens in U.S. theaters Feb. 18.
♦1896: The Tootsie Roll candy is introduced Feb. 23.
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