2 Minute History February 24th

February 24th is notable for several significant historical events. In 1997, NASA's Space Shuttle Discovery launched a mission to service the Hubble Space Telescope, enhancing its capabilities. Estonia declared independence from Russia in 1918, a key moment in its national history. In 1649, King Charles I of England was executed, marking a turning point in the English Civil War. The foundations for the Cuban Missile Crisis were set in 1960 with Cuba's alignment with the Soviet Union. The Broadway premiere of "The Phantom of the Opera" in 1988 marked a landmark in musical theater. These events highlight developments in space, politics, and culture.