Fact 1: The Remarkable Birth of Aaron Burr
Aaron Burr, who was the third vice president of the United States, serving during President Thomas Jefferson's first term, was born on February 6, 1756.
Fact 2: The Day Bob Marley Came Into the World
Reggae legend Bob Marley was born on this day in 1945. The singer, songwriter, and guitarist is credited with making reggae, ska, and rocksteady popular around the world.
Fact 3: The Fateful Day When ‘The Day the Music Died’ Took Place
Way back in history, on February 6, 1959, people cried out "The Day the Music Died" as the tragic plane crash that killed budding musicians Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson, happened just a day before on February 3. The country was still mourning the tragic loss on February 6.
Fact 4: Birth of the Monopoly Board Game
All board game enthusiasts will be excited to know that Monopoly, one of the most famous board games of all time, was released by Parker Brothers on February 6, 1935.
Fact 5: The Constitution of the Soviet Union Took Effect
February 6 is a significant day in world history as well - the Constitution of the Soviet Union came into effect on this day in 1936.
Fact 6: Birth of Legendary Football Player, Cristiano Ronaldo
February 6 is a day of celebration for football fans worldwide as it marks the birth of Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo in 1985.
Fact 7: The Death Anniversary of King George VI
The United Kingdom marks February 6 as the day of the death of King George VI in 1952.
Fact 8: Babe Ruth’s Birthday
February 6 also marks the birth of Baseball Legend George Herman "Babe" Ruth, who was born on this day in 1895.
Fact 9: The Launch of Cycle 1 of Vostok
It was on this eventful day in 1971 when the first cycle of the Vostok space station was launched.
Fact 10: Ronald Reagan’s 40th Birthday Became Ronald Reagan Day
The Golden State of California celebrates February 6 as "Ronald Reagan Day," to honor its former governor and the 40th President of the United States, who was born on this day in 1911.
Fact 11: Walt Disney’s Peter Pan Released
'Peter Pan,' a family favorite animated movie by Walt Disney, was released on February 6, 1953.
Fact 12: The Day When Massachusetts Became the 6th U.S. State
On February 6, 1788, Massachusetts ratified the U.S. Constitution and officially became the 6th state of the Union.
Fact 13: The Founding of Pakistan International Airlines
On February 6, 1955, Pakistan International Airlines, the country's flag carrier, was founded.
Fact 14: New Zealand’s Waitangi Day
On February 6, New Zealand commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, marking it as the nation's founding day.
Fact 15: The Opening of 'The Devil’s Dictionary'
It was on February 6, 1906, when writer Ambrose Bierce’s famous work - 'The Devil’s Dictionary' was initially published.
Fact 16: Opening of Soviets' First Five-Year Plan
The first Five-Year Plan, a list of economic goals that was created by the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, inaugurated on this day in 1928.
Fact 17: Patent Number 174,465, the Telephone
The patent of Alexander Graham Bell, number US174465, which would play a significant role in modern communications, was granted on February 6, 1876.
Fact 18: The Debut of the Beatles on American Television
On February 6, 1964, Pan Am Yankee Clipper flight 101 from London Heathrow landed at New York's JFK Airport, marking the first visit to the United States by the Beatles and their live television debut on the Ed Sullivan Show.
Fact 19: Richard Nixon Declares a War on Drugs
Ex-President Richard Nixon declared "drug abuse" as "public enemy number one" and initiated the war on drugs on February 6, 1971.
Fact 20: Fabiano Caruana, Chess Grandmaster, Was Born
February 6 also marks the birthday of chess grandmaster Fabiano Caruana, who was born in 1992 and later made waves in the world of chess. Known for being the second highest-rated player in history, Caruana was thrust into the global spotlight due to his exceptional playing skills.