Category: Military, Firearms and Police

Revolving Pistol Day (1836): February 25

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National Revolving Pistol Day marks the anniversary of the invention of the Colt Revolver. On February 25, 1836, the Colt Revolving Pistol was patented. The revolver changed guns and warfare forever, thou...

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Louis Riel Day (CA)(1870): February 17

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How do you describe Louis Riel to someone from the United States? It can be challenging. Riel was a little Davy Crocket, a dollop of William Penn, a pinch of Jesse James with a smattering of Nathanael Gre...

January

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Violent Extremism Prevention Day, Intl. Fe...

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Violent extremism poses a significant threat to peace, security, human rights, and sustainable development, impacting countries and regions worldwide. While it lacks a clear definition, recent years have...

January

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Patient Recognition Month, Ntl.: February

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Patient Recognition Month reinforces partnerships between soldiers and beneficiaries by appreciating their sacrifices and contributions, emphasizing overall well-being, and assisting each to obtain their...

January

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Batepá Massacre (ST)(1953): February 3

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The Batepá Massacre, a somber and significant event in the history of São Tomé and Príncipe, unfolded on February 3, 1953. This tragic incident is remembered for its brutal repression by the colonial Port...

January

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Día de los Próceres Puertorriqueños (US-PR...

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Día de los Próceres Puertorriqueños, translated as the Day of Puerto Rican Heroes, is an annual observance in Puerto Rico, a territory of the United States in the Caribbean. The day commemorates the signi...

January

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EDSA People Power Commemoration Week (PH)(...

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EDSA People Power Commemoration Week, named after Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), where it occurred in Metro Manila, marks a pivotal moment in Philippines history. This week-long commemoration, held...

January

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EDSA Revolution Holiday (PH)(1986): Februa...

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EDSA People Power holiday, named after Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), where it occurred in Metro Manila, marks a pivotal moment in Philippines history. This week-long commemoration, held annually i...

January

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Edward Dickinson Baker Day (1811): Februar...

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Edward Dickinson Baker Day is an observance in the United States that honors the life and contributions of Edward Dickinson Baker. Born on February 24, 1811, in England, Baker's life includes significant...

January

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Israel Declared an Apartheid State (IL/PS)...

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THE LAST APARTHEID STATE Amnesty International released a report on 1 February 2022 that decisively recognized the state of Israel as an apartheid state. The report covers the lands granted in 1948 by t...

January

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Optimists Day, World: February 6 (est)

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World Optimists Day, created in 2013, is a global celebration promoting positivity and an optimistic outlook, is observed annually. The event is a reminder to focus on the bright side of life and a call t...

January

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Rafik Hariri Memorial Day (LB)(2005): Febr...

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Rafik Hariri Memorial Day in Lebanon is observed annually on February 14, commemorating the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri. This day marks the tragic event in 2005 when Hariri, along...

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Red Hand Day, Intl. (2002): February 12

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International Red Hand Day, observed annually on February 12, is a significant global event to raise awareness about child soldiers' plight. This day advocates against the recruitment and use of children...

January

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Salute to Veteran Patients, Ntl.: February...

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National Salute to Veteran Patients is an annual observance in the United States dedicated to honoring and recognizing the service and sacrifices of veteran patients in VA medical centers, clinics, and fa...

January

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Total Defense Day (SG)(1942): February 15

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Total Defense Day, observed annually on February 15 in Singapore, marks a pivotal moment in the nation's history. This day commemorates the fall of Singapore to Japanese forces during World War II in 1942...

January

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Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, (US/MX)(1848)...

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The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, signed on February 2, 1848, is a pivotal document in North American history, marking the end of the Mexican-American War. This treaty had significant and lasting implicati...

January

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Understanding Month, World (1905): Februar...

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World Understanding Month in February emphasizes Rotary International's commitment to global peace and conflict resolution.​ Attorney Paul P. Harris, a lawyer in Chicago, founded Rotary International. It...

January

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Ancestors (Heroes) Day (HT)(1804): Januar...

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January

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Anniversary of the Storming of the US Cap...

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INSURRECTION AT THE US CAPITOL Today is the anniversary of January 6, 2021, storming of the US Capitol. For the first time since 1814, the US Capitol was attacked. In 2021, the assault was led by Americ...

January

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Army Day, (LS)(1986): January 20

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Army Day in Lesotho marks the anniversary of January 20, 1986, when the army overthrew Prime Minister Leabua Jonathan and his government. Army Day is a public holiday.

January

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