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Historical events for
Monday, 15 February 2027

1913
Birth

Willy Vandersteen

Bélgica

The creator of "Suske en Wiske" (Bob and Bobette) and one of the masters of European comics. His work is one of the most beloved series in Dutch-speaking countries.

1976
Birth

Brandon Boyd

Brandon Boyd (b. 1976) is a talented American singer and visual artist. As the frontman of Incubus, his agile voice and abstract poetry helped the band transcend nu-metal, embracing alternative rock and funk textures.

0
History

International Childhood Cancer Day

A global date to raise awareness about the challenges of childhood cancer and support children, youth, and their families, promoting access to the best healthcare.

1564
History

Galileo Galilei

Birth of the "Father of Modern Science". His astronomical observations and defense of heliocentrism challenged contemporary beliefs and laid the foundations for modern physics and astronomy.

1783
History

Portuguese Recognition of US Independence

Portugal becomes one of the first countries to formally recognize the independence of the United States of America, laying the groundwork for a historic diplomatic relationship.

1902
History

Opening of the Berlin Metro

Alemanha

Opening of the first line of the Berlin Underground, which includes several stations along the U1 line between Stralauer Tor and Potsdamer Platz.

1912
History

Penedo da Saudade Lighthouse

Opening of this iconic lighthouse in São Pedro de Moel. With its 32-meter tower, it has been an essential guide for navigators on the Portuguese Atlantic coast.

1933
History

Assassination attempt on Franklin D. Roosevelt

Miami, FL, EUA

Giuseppe Zangara attempted to assassinate Franklin D. Roosevelt, 32nd president of the USA - Democratic party, in Miami, Florida.

1998
History

Launch of Optimus

Optimus Telecommunications begins operations in Portugal. Its arrival brought a new dynamic of competition and innovation to the national mobile communications market.

History

Serbian National Day

Celebration of Serbian Statehood Day, commemorating the first Serbian constitution on February 15, 1835.

1998
Sport

George Russell

Reino Unido

British Formula 1 driver and one of the leading stars of the Mercedes team. Known for his consistency and pure speed, Russell is seen as the future of British motorsport and a natural successor to the sport’s great champions.

1622
Culture

Molière

French playwright and master of satirical comedy. Author of timeless works like "Tartuffe" and "The Miser", he used theater to critique the vices and hypocrisy of his time.