February 19

    What happened on February 19 in history

    3 events fall on February 19, from 1600 to 1945. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on February 19

    1. 1600

      The Huaynaputina eruption

      Peru's largest historic eruption cools summers across the northern hemisphere.

      Read about Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, LondonPlay the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1878

      Edison patents the phonograph

      Recorded sound is protected by patent months after the first tinfoil demonstration.

      Read about Edison's Light Bulb Demonstration, Menlo ParkPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1945

      US Marines land on Iwo Jima

      Five weeks of fighting begin on an island of black volcanic sand.

      Read about V-J Day Celebration in Times SquarePlay the 20th century round

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