February 27 has witnessed significant historical events across the years, notably the 1933 Reichstag fire which allowed Hitler to suppress civil rights. The day also saw the 1951 ratification of the 22nd Amendment, limiting U.S. presidents to two terms. The conclusion of Operation Desert Storm in 1991 was declared by President George H.W. Bush, marking Kuwait's liberation. In 2010, Chile experienced a catastrophic 8.8 magnitude earthquake, impacting lives and property severely. Other notable events include Nixon's China visit and the 1973 Wounded Knee occupation.
On February 27, 1933, the Reichstag fire in Germany led to Chancellor Adolf Hitler suspending civil liberties, blaming the communists for the incident.
The 22nd Amendment, ratified in 1951, established a limit of two terms for U.S. presidents to prevent concentration of excessive power.
On February 27, 1991, President George H.W. Bush announced the end of Operation Desert Storm, declaring Kuwait liberated following Iraq's defeat.
In 2010, Chile experienced a devastating 8.8 magnitude earthquake, which resulted in 525 deaths and caused damages estimated at $30 billion.
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