February 28

Saturday 28, 1885:

The American Telephone and Telegraph Company is incorporated in New York State as the subsidiary of American Bell Telephone. (American Bell would later merge with its subsidiary.)

Monday 28, 1870:

The Bulgarian Exarchate is established by decree of Sultan Abd-ul-Aziz of the Ottoman Empire.

Tuesday 28, 1854:

The United States Republican Party is organized in Ripon, Wisconsin.

Thursday 28, 1850:

The University of Utah opens in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Friday 28, 364:

Valentinian I is elevated as Roman Emperor.

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