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, 1941
Day of Week 4th » The United Service Organization (USO) is created to entertain American troops.
Day of Week 5th » World War II: Allies of World War II e.g Allied forces begin the Battle of Keren to capture Keren, Eritrea.
Day of Week 23rd » Plutonium is first produced and isolated by Dr. Glenn T. Seaborg.
Day of Week 25th » February Strike: In History of the Netherlands (1939-1945) German occupation known as occupied Amsterdam, a general strike is declared in response to increasing anti-Jewish measures instituted by the Nazis.
Famous Birthdays on February in 1941
1st » Karl Dall, German comedian, singer, and television host