Historical Events
Queen Elizabeth II
Queen Elizabeth II succeeds King George VI to the British throne and proclaimed Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms including Canada, Australia and New Zealand
Famous Birthdays
- Ric Charlsworth, Australian field hockey coach (Olympic gold women 1996, 2000; Champion's Trophy gold 1993, 95, 97, 99; World Cup gold 1994, 98) and midfielder (World Cup gold 1986, Olympic silver 1976), born in Perth, Australia
- Ricardo Lavolpe, Argentine football coach, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Famous Deaths
George VI (1895-1952)
King of the United Kingdom (1936-52), dies of a coronary thrombosis at 56
Died in 1952 1952 Highlights
About February 6, 1952
Day of the Week: Wednesday
How Long Ago? 72 years, 2 months and 20 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Aquarius
