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Extreme Rules (2012) — WWE pay-per-view event Extreme Rules (2012) Extreme Rules (2012) was a WWE pay-per-view held April 29, 2012 at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. The fourth Extreme Rules show, it featured multiple matches contested u…

Extreme Rules (2013) – WWE pay-per-view event Extreme Rules (2013) Extreme Rules (2013) was a WWE pay-per-view held May 19, 2013 at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. The fifth Extreme Rules event, it showcased specialty stipulation matches and ch…

Extreme Rules (2014) Extreme Rules (2014) was a WWE pay-per-view held May 4, 2014 at the Izod Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey, featuring matches with relaxed rules and specialty stipulations to s…

Extreme Rules (2015) — WWE pay-per-view in Rosemont, Illinois Extreme Rules (2015) Extreme Rules (2015) was WWE's seventh Extreme Rules pay-per-view, held April 26, 2015 at Allstate Arena. The main event saw Seth Rollins retain the WWE World Heavyweight Champions…

Extreme Rules (2016) — WWE pay-per-view in Newark Extreme Rules (2016) Extreme Rules (2016) was a WWE pay-per-view on May 22, 2016 at the Prudential Center. The event featured eight matches, including a headline Extreme Rules title defense by Roman Re…

Exxon Valdez oil spill (1989) Exxon Valdez oil spill Grounding of the Exxon Valdez tanker in Prince William Sound, Alaska, in 1989 released millions of gallons of crude, severely affecting wildlife, prompting a large cleanup, litigat…

Falklands War (1982): Conflict between the United Kingdom and Argentina Falklands War Overview of the 1982 Falklands War between the United Kingdom and Argentina: background, 1982 campaign, military features, outcomes and lasting diplomatic and social consequences.

Fall of Constantinople (1453) Fall of Constantinople The 1453 Ottoman capture of Constantinople ended the Byzantine (Eastern Roman) Empire after a 53-day siege, reshaping Mediterranean politics and influencing European intellectual a…

Fastlane (2015) – WWE pay-per-view held in Memphis Fastlane (2015) Fastlane (2015) was WWE’s first Fastlane pay-per-view, held 22 February 2015 at FedExForum in Memphis. The main event saw Roman Reigns defeat Daniel Bryan to retain his WrestleMani…

February: the second month of the year — calendar, history, and facts February February is the second month in the Julian and Gregorian calendars. It normally has 28 days, 29 in leap years, and carries distinctive calendar patterns, historical quirks, and cul…

February 15 — calendar date, history, and observances February 15 February 15 is the 46th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. This article summarizes its calendar position, notable events, observances, and selected births and facts associa…

February 17 February 17 is the 48th day of the Gregorian year. This article covers its calendar position, seasonal context, common observances, notable people and historical notes associated w…

February 20 — calendar date, history, and observances February 20 February 20 is the 51st day of the Gregorian year (52nd in leap-year counting of weeks). It falls in late winter in the Northern Hemisphere and is noted for a range of historical e…

February 2013 nor'easter (Winter Storm Nemo) February 2013 nor'easter A major winter storm from Feb 7–10, 2013 that brought heavy snow, blizzard conditions and widespread disruption across the northeastern United States and eastern Canada.

February 21 February 21 is the 52nd day of the Gregorian year. It marks International Mother Language Day and several historical events such as the start of Verdun and the assassination of Mal…

February 24 February 24 is the 55th day of the Gregorian calendar year, known for Estonia's independence (1918), the U.S. Supreme Court decision Marbury v. Madison (1803), and the birthday of…

February 25 February 25 is the 56th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar, with 309 days remaining (310 in leap years). The date is linked to historical events, observances, and seasonal a…

February 26 February 26 is the 57th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It falls in late winter in the Northern Hemisphere and has hosted notable births and events, including Victor Hug…

February 27 February 27 is the 58th day of the Gregorian year (59th in a leap year). This article covers its calendar position, seasonal context, recurring observances, and notable historical…

February 29: Leap Day and Its Calendar Role February 29 February 29 is the extra day added in leap years to align the calendar with the solar year. This article explains when it occurs, its history, cultural practices, and legal or prac…

February 7 February 7 is the 38th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It falls in late winter in the Northern Hemisphere and is associated with varied historical events, observances, a…

February Revolution (1917) — End of the Russian Monarchy February Revolution Mass uprising in Russia in 1917 that forced Tsar Nicholas II to abdicate, led to a Provisional Government and set the stage for the later Bolshevik takeover.

Formation of the Commonwealth of Australia: Uniting Six Colonies into a Federation Federation of Australia Overview of how six British colonies—NSW, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and WA—federated under the 1901 Constitution, the conventions, referendums and leaders beh…

Feel Good Film Festival (Sunflower Film Festival) Feel Good Film Festival Hollywood-based film festival (2008–2012) celebrating uplifting, family-friendly independent and international films, shorts, screenplays and student work in a three-day August pro…

Ferguson unrest (2014) — protests, policing and national debate Ferguson unrest Widespread protests and civil unrest in Ferguson, Missouri, after the 2014 shooting of Michael Brown that sparked national discussion on policing, race, and criminal justice reform…

Festival: cultural celebrations, types, and significance Festival An organized public celebration or series of events—religious, national or cultural—featuring rituals, performances, food, markets and community activities across history and moder…

Feud (blood feud, vendetta): causes, history and resolution Feud A feud is a prolonged dispute of revenge between groups—often families or clans—characterized by cycles of retaliation, collective responsibility, and historical legal and cultural…

Fire drill — evacuation practice and safety procedures Fire drill A fire drill is an organized evacuation exercise that prepares occupants to leave a building quickly and safely. This article explains purpose, typical procedures, history, and var…

FireKeepers Casino 400 — Michigan International Speedway NASCAR Cup race FireKeepers Casino 400 Annual NASCAR Cup Series points race at Michigan International Speedway, a 400-mile, high-speed event known for wide racing grooves, strategic fuel stops and changing title sponsor…

Fireworks display: overview, components, history, uses and safety Fireworks display An encyclopedic overview of fireworks displays covering their effects, construction, history, cultural uses, choreography, safety and regulatory considerations.

First All-Union Philatelic, Scripophilic and Numismatic Exhibition (1924–1925) First All-Union Philatelic Exhibition A major collecting exhibition held in Moscow from December 1924 to February 1925, uniting stamp, stock‑certificate and coin collectors and helping form an All‑Union society of coll…

First Battle of Bull Run (First Battle of Manassas) First Battle of Bull Run The first major land engagement of the American Civil War, fought July 21, 1861, near Manassas, Virginia. A Confederate victory that ended hopes of a short war and reshaped both ar…

First Council of Nicaea (325): Origins, Creed and Historical Impact First Council of Nicaea The First Council of Nicaea (325) was the first ecumenical council of the Christian church, convened by Emperor Constantine to resolve the Arian controversy, produce the Nicene Cre…

First Fleet (1787–1788): the voyage that established a British colony in Australia First Fleet The First Fleet was a convoy of 11 ships that left Great Britain in May 1787 to establish the first European penal colony in New South Wales, arriving in Australia in January 1788…

First impeachment trial of Donald Trump (2020) First impeachment trial of Donald Trump A concise overview of the 2020 U.S. Senate impeachment trial of President Donald Trump: origins, charges, Senate proceedings, votes, and historical significance.

First inauguration of Abraham Lincoln (March 4, 1861) First inauguration of Abraham Lincoln Ceremony in which Abraham Lincoln was sworn in as the 16th U.S. president on March 4, 1861, held at the U.S. Capitol during the secession crisis; addressed preservation of the Unio…

First inauguration of Andrew Jackson (March 4, 1829) First inauguration of Andrew Jackson Account of Andrew Jackson's March 4, 1829 inauguration: ceremony, inaugural address themes, the White House reception, key figures (John C. Calhoun, John Marshall) and its politica…

First Inauguration of Barack Obama — January 20, 2009 First inauguration of Barack Obama Summary of Barack Obama’s first presidential inauguration on January 20, 2009: ceremony and oath, inaugural address themes, attendance and media coverage, participants, and histori…

First Inauguration of Bill Clinton (January 20, 1993) First inauguration of Bill Clinton Ceremony marking the start of Bill Clinton’s first presidential term on January 20, 1993, held at the U.S. Capitol; outlines program, context, participants, and significance.

First inauguration of Calvin Coolidge The unexpected 1923 transfer of presidential power when Vice President Calvin Coolidge was sworn in at his family home after President Harding's death; notable for its private sett…

First inauguration of Dwight D. Eisenhower The January 20, 1953 ceremony in which Dwight D. Eisenhower was sworn in as the 34th U.S. president and Richard Nixon as vice president, administered by Chief Justice Fred M. Vinso…

First inauguration of Franklin D. Roosevelt Franklin D. Roosevelt was sworn in as the 32nd U.S. president on March 4, 1933; his inaugural address announced a new approach to the Great Depression and introduced enduring presi…

First inauguration of George W. Bush The first inauguration of George W. Bush took place January 20, 2001, on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol. Chief Justice William Rehnquist administered the oath after a contested…

First Inauguration of George Washington (April 30, 1789) First inauguration of George Washington The first presidential inauguration in U.S. history took place at Federal Hall, New York City, where George Washington took the oath of office on April 30, 1789, inaugurating the n…

First inauguration of Harry S. Truman The unscheduled swearing-in of Harry S. Truman on April 12, 1945, after President Franklin D. Roosevelt's death; a brief White House ceremony that marked immediate postwar leadersh…

First inauguration of James Madison The first inauguration of James Madison took place on March 4, 1809, in the U.S. Capitol. Chief Justice John Marshall administered the oath and the event featured the first inaugur…

First inauguration of James Monroe James Monroe's first inauguration took place on March 4, 1817, before the Old Brick Capitol. Chief Justice John Marshall administered the oath, beginning Monroe's first term with D…

First Inauguration of Lyndon B. Johnson Emergency swearing-in of Lyndon B. Johnson aboard Air Force One on November 22, 1963, following President Kennedy’s assassination — context, ceremony, legal issues, participants, a…