February 24

Sunday 24, 2002:

2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Utah ends.

Friday 24, 1995:

The Corona reconnaissance satellite program, in existence from 1959 to 1972, is declassified.

Thursday 24, 1881:

China and Russia sign the Sino-Russian Ili Treaty

Friday 24, 1826:

The signing of the Treaty of Yandaboo marks the end of the First Burmese War.

Tuesday 24, 303:

Galerius, Roman Emperor, publishes his edict that begins the persecution of Christians in his portion of the Empire.

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