Remember the Maine Day is observed every year on February 15, aimed at remembering the American battleship, U.S.S. Maine, which unexpectedly sank in Cuba, killing 266 crew members. On February 15, 1898, there was a mysterious explosion took place and the ship sank.
History
The U.S.S. Maine was known as one of America’s first battleships. The Naval Advisory Board approved the construction of two 6000-ton warships the ‘Maine’ and ‘Texas.’
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Dates
Year | Date | Day |
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2024 | February 15 | Thursday |
2025 | February 15 | Saturday |
2026 | February 15 | Sunday |
2027 | February 15 | Monday |
2028 | February 15 | Tuesday |
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FAQs
February 15.