2 Minute History February 19th

February 19th is marked by significant historical events, including the start of the Battle of Iwo Jima in 1945 during World War II, symbolizing American bravery and strategic victory. In 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066, leading to the internment of Japanese Americans. The Soviet Union launched the Mir Space Station in 1986, advancing international space cooperation. Born on this day in 1473, Nicolaus Copernicus introduced the heliocentric model, revolutionizing astronomy. The National Congress of Brazil was established in 1824, marking a key moment in the country's political development