February 2003
Frederick Douglass: From Slavery to the Anti-Slavery Movement - 2003-02-23
Frederick Douglass, born to an enslaved mother in 1817, became a key figure in the American anti-slavery movement. His life story highlights the struggle against…
The U.S. Sends Three Thousand Troops to the Philippines to Fight Abu Sayyaf Militants - 2003-02-21
The U.S. is deploying three thousand troops to the Philippines to assist in combating Abu Sayyaf militants, with a significant portion being special forces. The…
On This Day, February 20: Frederick Douglass, One of the First Activists and Leaders for Political Equality in America - 2003-02-21
On February 20, 1895, Frederick Douglass, a prominent figure in the fight for political equality in the United States, died. His legacy as an activist…
Cyprus Elections - 2003-02-17
Tassos Papadopoulos won the Greek Cypriot presidential elections, promising to unite Cyprus and pursue EU membership. He defeated incumbent Glafcos Clerides and aims to resolve…
Calendar of the Day, February 14: Birth of Frederick Douglass - 2003-02-15
February 14 commemorates the birth of Frederick Douglass, a prominent African American speaker and journalist born in 1817. His legacy as an advocate for freedom…
UN Officials Call for Resolution of Remaining Disputes Between Turkey and Greece
UN officials are urging Turkey and Greece to start talks on security and military issues related to Cyprus. A deadline of February 28 has been…
President Bush: America's Space Program Will Continue - 2003-02-05
President Bush reaffirmed the commitment to the U.S. space program during a national mourning ceremony for seven deceased astronauts. The event featured notable figures like…
President Bush Meets with Families of Columbia Victims - 2003-02-04
President Bush attended a memorial service for the Columbia crew members who died in a space accident. He met privately with the victims' families and…