February is the second month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian calendars. It is the shortest month and the only month with fewer than 30 days. The month has 28 days in common years or 29 days in leap years.
February symbols: Its birth flower is the violet (Viola) and the common primrose (Primula vulgaris). Its birthstone is the amethyst. It symbolizes piety, humility, spiritual wisdom, and sincerity. Its Zodiac signs are Aquarius (until February 18) and Pisces (February 19 onwards).
Historical Events for February, 1814
Day of Week 1st » Mayon Volcano in the Philippines erupts, killing around 1,200 people, the most devastating eruption of the volcano.
Day of Week 10th » Napoleonic Wars: The Battle of Champaubert ends in French victory over the Russian Empire or Russians and the Kingdom of Prussia known as Prussians.