This Day In History: February 28

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This Day in History Video: What Happened on February 28

On February 28th many historical events occurred. These events are recapped by Russell Mitchell in this video clip from "This Day in History". The discovery of DNA by James Watson and Frances Crick being a major one for the scientific community. Not only was DNA discovered on this day, but the Republican Party was founded in Wisconsin. The well-known album Thriller by Michael Jackson won eight Emmy awards as well.

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