1922⚡ Event
Washington Naval Treaty signed
Representatives from five major powers signed the Washington Naval Treaty, agreeing to limits on naval construction. The treaty aimed to prevent a naval arms race.
warpoliticslaw
What Happened on February 6?
Discover 15 historical moments on February 6 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
sportspoliticslawentertainmentdisasterwareconomicsarts
Hero image inspired by: Manchester United F.C.
Historical Events on February 6(5)
1951⚡ Event
Woodbridge train derailment
A train derailed while crossing a temporary wooden trestle in Woodbridge, New Jersey, resulting in 85 fatalities. This was a devastating transportation disaster.
disasterlaw
1958⚡ Event
Munich air disaster
The aircraft carrying the Manchester United football team crashed while attempting to take off from Munich-Riem Airport. The disaster tragically killed 8 players and 23 people in total.
disastersports
1976⚡ Event
Lockheed admits to bribery
Lockheed Corporation president Carl Kotchian admitted the company paid approximately US$3 million in bribes to the office of Japanese prime minister Kakuei Tanaka. This admission revealed significant corporate corruption.
politicseconomics
1987⚡ Event
Mary Gaudron appointed to High Court of Australia
Mary Gaudron became the first woman appointed as a justice to the High Court of Australia. This marked a significant milestone for women in law.
lawpolitics
Famous Birthdays on February 6(5)
Notable Deaths on February 6(5)
2022🕊️ Death
Lata Mangeshkar
Lata Mangeshkar was an Indian playback singer and music composer.
musicentertainment
2023🕊️ Death
Greta Andersen
Greta Andersen was a Danish swimmer who competed in the 1948 and 1952 Summer Olympics.
sports
2024🕊️ Death
Sebastian Piñera
Sebastián Piñera was a Chilean businessman and politician who served as the president of Chile.
politics
2025🕊️ Death
Virginia Halas McCaskey
Virginia Halas McCaskey was an American football executive and the owner of the Chicago Bears.
sports
2025🕊️ Death
Nigel McCrery
Nigel McCrery was an English screenwriter, producer, and writer.
entertainmentliterature
February 6 in History
February 6 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 1922 to the present day.
Major Events on February 6
Among the most notable events on February 6: Washington Naval Treaty signed (1922), Woodbridge train derailment (1951), Munich air disaster (1958). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on February 6
Notable figures born on February 6 include Nyck de Vries, Kevon Looney, Adley Rutschman. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on February 6
Remembered figures who died on February 6 include Lata Mangeshkar, Greta Andersen, Sebastian Piñera. View all →
Browse what happened on February 5 or February 7, explore the full month of February, or discover a random historical fact.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on February 6?
- February 6 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 6?
- One of the most notable events on February 6 is: Washington Naval Treaty signed.
- Who was born on February 6?
- Famous figures born on February 6 include Nyck de Vries, Kevon Looney, Adley Rutschman.
- How many historical events happened on February 6?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on February 6, spanning centuries of world history.
?
🎯 Test Your History Knowledge
Guess the year this event occurred.
History, Delivered Daily.
Join thousands of history buffs. Get a curated 1-minute read of the day's most fascinating historical events sent straight to your inbox.
No spam. Unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy.