February 6

What happened on February 6 in history

3 events fall on February 6, from 1685 to 1952. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on February 6

  1. 1685

    James II becomes king

    The last Catholic monarch of England succeeds his brother Charles II.

    Play the Exploration & revolution round

  2. 1840

    The Treaty of Waitangi is signed

    Māori chiefs and the British Crown sign the founding document of New Zealand.

    Play the 19th century round

  3. 1952

    Elizabeth II becomes queen

    News of her father's death reaches the princess while she is in Kenya.

    Play the 20th century round