February is the second month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian calendars. It is the shortest month and the only month with fewer than 30 days. The month has 28 days in common years or 29 days in leap years.
February symbols: Its birth flower is the violet (Viola) and the common primrose (Primula vulgaris). Its birthstone is the amethyst. It symbolizes piety, humility, spiritual wisdom, and sincerity. Its Zodiac signs are Aquarius (until February 18) and Pisces (February 19 onwards).
Historical Events for February, 1982
Day of Week 1st » Senegal and the Gambia form a loose confederation known as Sénégambia Confederation or Senegambia.
Day of Week 2nd » February 1982 Hama massacre: the government of Syria attacks the town of Hama.
Day of Week 13th » The Río Negro massacre takes place in Guatemala.
Day of Week 15th » The drilling rig 'Ocean Ranger' sinks during a storm off the coast of Newfoundland (island) or Newfoundland, killing 84 workers.