2 Minute History February 1st

February 1st is notable in history for events such as the 2003 Space Shuttle Columbia disaster, which led to significant NASA safety reforms. In 1960, the Greensboro sit-ins began, sparking a wave of civil rights protests across the U.S. The first Oxford English Dictionary volume was published in 1884, marking a significant achievement in documenting the English language. In 1979, Ayatollah Khomeini's return to Iran marked a turning point in the Iranian Revolution, leading to the establishment of the Islamic Republic. Each event underscores the diverse historical impact of this date.