2006⚡ Event
Securitas depot robbery
Seven men staged the largest cash robbery in Britain at a Securitas depot in Tonbridge, Kent.
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What Happened on February 22?
Discover 15 historical moments on February 22 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on February 22(5)
2011⚡ Event
Christchurch earthquake
An earthquake registered 6.3 ML struck Christchurch, New Zealand, causing 185 deaths and significant damage.
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2011⚡ Event
Bahraini uprising protest
Tens of thousands marched in Manama, Bahrain, protesting the deaths of seven people killed by security forces.
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2012⚡ Event
Once railway station disaster
A train crashed through a buffer stop at Once railway station in Buenos Aires, resulting in 51 deaths and over 700 injuries.
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2019⚡ Event
North Korean Embassy break-in in Madrid
A group broke into the North Korean embassy in Madrid, Spain, and stole electronic devices.
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Famous Birthdays on February 22(5)
Notable Deaths on February 22(5)
2021🕊️ Death
Lawrence Ferlinghetti
Lawrence Ferlinghetti was an American poet and painter.
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2024🕊️ Death
John Lowe
John Lowe was an English musician and pianist for The Quarrymen.
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2026🕊️ Death
Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes
Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as El Mencho, is a Mexican drug lord.
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February 22 in History
February 22 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 2006 to the present day.
Major Events on February 22
Among the most notable events on February 22: Securitas depot robbery (2006), Christchurch earthquake (2011), Bahraini uprising protest (2011). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on February 22
Notable figures born on February 22 include Devonte' Graham, Kia Nurse, Jerome Robinson. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on February 22
Remembered figures who died on February 22 include Brody Stevens, Morgan Woodward, Lawrence Ferlinghetti. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on February 22?
- February 22 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on February 22?
- One of the most notable events on February 22 is: Securitas depot robbery.
- Who was born on February 22?
- Famous figures born on February 22 include Devonte' Graham, Kia Nurse, Jerome Robinson.
- How many historical events happened on February 22?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on February 22, spanning centuries of world history.
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