On this day in Europe - 26 February
26 February 2026
On this day in 1616, Galileo Galilei is officially prohibited by the Catholic Church to teach, defend, or discuss the theory that the Earth orbits the Sun.
On this day in 1909, Kinemacolor, the first successful colour film process, is first shown to the general public in London.
On this day in 1981, a Train Grande Vitesse sets a world rail speed record of 380 km/h on a trial run on the future Paris-Lyon high-speed line.
On this day in 1909, Kinemacolor, the first successful colour film process, is first shown to the general public in London.
On this day in 1981, a Train Grande Vitesse sets a world rail speed record of 380 km/h on a trial run on the future Paris-Lyon high-speed line.