2 Minute History February 6th

February 6th is marked by significant historical events including Queen Elizabeth II's ascension to the throne in 1952, heralding a new era for the British monarchy. The 20th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was enacted in 1933, streamlining the transition of political power. In 1840, the Treaty of Waitangi established British sovereignty in New Zealand, affecting Māori rights. The ratification of the Treaty of Paris in 1899 ended the Spanish-American War, expanding U.S. territory. In 1918, the Representation of the People Act granted voting rights to women in the UK, advancing gender equality.