February 1 is the 32nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 333 days remain until the end of the year (334 in leap years). Events. Pre-1600. 1327 – The teenaged Edward III is crowned King of England, but the country is ruled by his mother Queen Isabella and …

Feb 3, 2015 · Historical events for the 1st of February. See what famous, interesting and notable events happened throughout history on February 1.

See what historical events occurred, which famous people were born and who died on February 1.

1327 Edward III is crowned King of England aged 14, though the country is ruled by his mother Queen Isabella and her lover Roger Mortimer. 1587 Queen Elizabeth I of England signs death warrant for her cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots. 1669 French King …

Feb 24, 2015 · Discover what happened on February 1 with HISTORY’s summaries of major events, anniversaries, famous births and notable deaths.

On this day in 2003, while returning to Earth from an orbital mission, the U.S. space shuttle Columbia broke up catastrophically at an altitude of about 40 miles (60 km) over Texas, killing all seven crew members.

February 1 is the 32nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. There are 333 days remaining until the end of the year (334 in leap years).

1929 - Weightlifter Charles Rigoulet of France achieved the first 400 pound ‘clean and jerk’ as he lifted 402-1/2 pounds. 1930 - The Times published its first crossword puzzle. 1946 - Norwegian statesman Trygve Lie was chosen to be the first secretary-general of the United Nations.

Today in history – which major historical events happened on February 1? Who was born on this date, who died? In which year did the birth or death occur?

1 day ago · WASHINGTON -- Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month –- a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The ...