Today in History: What Happened On 15 February

From Galileo’s trial to YouTube’s launch, February 15 shaped science, war, politics, and everyday life.

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Galileo on Trial (1633)

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The Battleship Maine Explodes (1898)

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YouTube is Born! (2005)

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Decimal Day in the UK (1971)

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Serbia and Montenegro Say Goodbye (2003)

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Susan B. Anthony's Birthday (1820)

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First Teddy Bear Sold (1903)

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